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Dalhousie Art Gallery fonds File
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14th annual student, staff and alumni exhibition

File contains records related to the 14th Annual exhibition of artworks by Dalhousie students, staff, and alumni.

Records consist of a list of works, list of winners for a 'slide contest', correspondence of Evelyn Holmes, a biography of R. H. (Roudolph Humphrey) Whips, and a Dalhousie newsletter.

15th annual Dalhousie student, staff and alumni exhibition

File consists of records relating to the 15th Annual Dalhousie Student, Staff and Alumni Exhibition, presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery in March 1968.

Records consist of an invitation, list of artworks, correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Murray Fraser (President, Dalhousie Alumni Association), and a call for submissions of artwork.

16th annual Dalhousie student, staff and alumni exhibition

File consists of records related to the planning of the 16th Annual Dalhousie Student, Staff and Alumni Exhibition, presented in March 1969.

Records consist of artwork and price lists, a list of prize winners, and correspondence of Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery).

17th annual Dalhousie student, staff and alumni exhibition

File consists of records relating to the 17th Annual Dalhousie Student, Staff and Alumni Award Exhibition, organized and presernted by Dalhousie Art Gallery in February 1970.

Records consist of lists of artwork, prices, and prize winners; correspondence of Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery), and two invitations.

21st annual Dalhousie student, staff, and alumni exhibition

File consists of records related to the planning of the 21st Annual Dalhousie Student, Staff and Alumni Exhibition, presented from January 21 to February 12, 1975.

Records consist of artwork and price lists, a list of prize winners, entry forms, a newspaper clipping, an invitation card, and correspondence of Mary Evans (Assistant Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery).

22nd annual student, staff and alumni exhibition

File consists of records related to 22nd annual student, staff and alumni exhibition held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from February 1 to February 14, 1976.

Records consist of insurance documents, a list of photography prize winners, letters to prize winners, a blank exhibition entry form, correspondence regarding insurance, invoices, invitations and envelopes purchase order, interdepartmental memos, a short bio of Peter van S. Lange (photographer/filmmaker), list of alumni association board of directors 1975-76 with contact information, and lists of artworks including paintings, sculptures, photographs, jewellery, and slides. Also includes some documents from the previous student, staff and alumni photographic exhibition in 1971, including a list of selected slides for exhibition and press release for University News.

3 Artistas Mexicanos

File consists of records related to a travelling exhibition of three notable Mexican artists, José Luis Cuevas, Xavier Esqueda, and Pedro Friedeberg, sponsored and presented by Rothmans of Pall Mall Canada, Ltd. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from June 27 to July 28, 1974.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Michael P. Ney (Rothman's of Pall Mall Canada Ltd.) and staff of Dalhousie Art Gallery, condition report, newspaper clippings, press lists, biography, lists of artworks, and shipping receipts. Records also contain 1 invitation to the exhibition opening held at The Rothmans Art Gallery of Stratford on June 5 1973.

Adolf Born exhibition

File consists of records related to the Adolf Born exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from August 29 to September 29, 1974.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Born and staff of Dalhousie Art Gallery, letters regarding print orders, damage reports and requesting replacements, insurance documents, newspaper clippings, biography, and invoices.

All about us

File consists of records related to the All About Us children's art exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from December 18 to January 15, 1975.

Records consist of correspondence between Evelyn Holmes(Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Betty Nickerson (Coordinator, All About Us) and other staff as well as photocopies of a newspaper article written by Gretchen Pierce from January 8, 1975 issue of the Halifax Mail Star and a short blurb about the exhibition for radio interviews.

Andre Bieler

File consists of records related to the planning of the exhibition 'André Biéler 50 years' organized by the Agnes Etherington Centre and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in March and April of 1971.

Records consist of correspondence between Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and staff of the Agnes Etherington Centre, a newspaper clipping, exhibition loan agreements, list of artworks, artwork condition notes, handwritten condition notes, and a letter from Smith to Biéler regarding the purchase of one of his artworks.

Anthony Law oil paintings

File consists of records related to the Anthony Law Exhibition held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from February 12 to March 3, 1974.

Records consist of guest lists, exhibition invitation, list of artworks, a biography of Law, insurance form, correspondence from Simpson-Hurst Insurance Ltd, and two opening invitations.

APAC exhibition

File consists of records related to the 'APAC Exhibition' organized by the Beaverbrook Art Gallery and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in February 1969.

Records consist of correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Stuart Smith (Curator, Beaverbrook Art Gallery), a list of artworks, and a price list.

Appel's Appels exhibition

File consists of records related to the Appel's Appels Exhibition by Karel Appel, circulated by Rothmans of Pall Mall Canada Limited and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from March 9 to April 1, 1973.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and the Rothmans of Pall Mall Canada Limited staff. Records also include condition reports, newspaper clippings, press release drafts, lists of artworks, and exhibition invitations.

Art film programme files 1964-65 and 1965-66

File consists of records pertaining to the 'Art Film' series of screenings presented by the Dalhousie Art Gallery between 1964-1966.

Records consist of program schedules for art films and exhibitions and correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator) and Eric Wessman regarding projection costs.

Art lectures 1965-66

File consists of records related to the planning of guest lectures by the Dalhousie Art Gallery for the 1965-1966 academic period.

Records consist of handwritten scheduling notes, copy of a correspondence between Moncrieff Williamson (Director, Confederation Art Gallery) and Jean-Rene Ostiguy (Director, Exhibition Services, National Gallery of Canada) regarding Atlantic Provinces Art Circuit programming, copy of a notice of the availability of booking Archie F. Key (Field Director, Canadian Museums Association) for a lecture, and a copy of 'The Canadian Art Fraud Case' by Nathan Stolow, reprinted from Canadian Art issue No, 64.

Art of aboriginal culture

File consists of records related to the Art of Aboriginal Australia Exhibition, organized and circulated by Rothmans of Pall Mall Canada Ltd. Th exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from June 28 to July 27, 1975.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Bruce Ferguson (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Michael P. Ney (Rothmans Art Programme) regarding the installation of the show. File also includes floor plan, newspaper and magazine clippings, and invitation cards.

Artario exhibition

File consists of records related to the 'Artario 72' exhibition, organized by Ontario Arts Council and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in October 1972.

Records consist letters from William Poole (Co-ordinator, Ontario Arts Council), Frank Michael (Acting Press Officer, Ontario Art Council), Peeter Sepp (Visual Art Officer, Ontario Art Council) to E.W. Smith (Dalhousie Art Gallery), newspaper clippings, invitations, a pamphlet, and instructions for the assembly of the Artario exhibition.

Artistes de Montréal exhibition

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Artistes de Montréal', organized and circulated by the National Gallery of Canada and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in January 1966.

Records consist of an exhibition catalogue, two Dalhousie University newsletters, newspaper clippings, an exhibition review written by Martin Kemp, a packing list and list of artworks, correspondence of Evelyn Holmes, Acting Curator, and contractual documents from the National Gallery of Canada.

Arts for the home exhibition

File consists of records related to the 1966 exhibition 'Arts for the Home' organized by Dalhousie Art Gallery in connection to the first Halifax-based Festival of the Arts. The festival was sponsored by the Halifax branch of Voices of Women, Records also relate to publicity about local bronze sculpture artist Sarah Jackson.

Records consist of newspaper clippings, correspondence, a Dalhousie newsletter, and a handwritten schedule.

Atlantic award exhibition

File consists of records relating to the juried Second Atlantic Award Exhibition presented by Dalhousie Art Gallery in November 1967.

Records consist of application forms, correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and artists, an invitation and programme schedule, two exhibition pamphlets, list of artworks, crate lists, photocopies of newspaper clippings, Dalhousie newsletters, and an exhibition review by Luke Rombout,

Atlantic graphics exhibition

File consists of records relating to the 'Atlantic Graphics' exhibition organized by the University of New Brunswick Art Center for the Atlantic Provinces Art Circuit (APAC). The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 6-24, 1969.

Records consist of correspondence regarding the purchase of an artwork in the exhibition by Brigid Toole, a list of artworks, two condition reports and attached correspondence regarding artwork damage due to poor quality crates.,

Augustus John exhibition

File consists of records related to the Augustus John exhibition organized and circulated by the National Gallery of Canada. The exhibition was shown at Dalhousie Art Gallery in November 1972.

Records consist of exhibition loan agreement letters and forms from the loaners of John's portraits and drawings for the exhibition and correspondence between Karen Wilkin (Curator, Edmonton Art Gallery) and Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery). In addition, records include a photocopy of a paper titled 'Artists and eccentrics' from the book called 'Times thievish progress: Autobiography III' by Rothenstein, John (1970).

Augustus John exhibition - Edmonton Gallery

File consists of records related to the Augustus John exhibition organized and circulated by the National Gallery of Canada. The exhibition was shown at Dalhousie Art Gallery in November 1972.

Records consist of a copy of press clippings, attendance reports, loan agreement forms, catalogue orders, lists of artworks, and correspondence between Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Are Gallery), Mark Holton (Curator, Dalhousie Are Gallery) and Ralph Allen (Director, Agnes Etherington Art Centre, Queen's University). In addition, records also include a photograph of a painting "On the Slopes of Arling Jack."

Augustus John November 1972 - National Gallery of Canada

File consists of records related to the Augustus John exhibition organized and circulated by the National Gallery of Canada. The exhibition was shown at Dalhousie Art Gallery in November 1972.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Caspar John, son of Augustus John and Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and between Ernest Smith and Ann Chudleigh (Assistant Director, National Gallery of Canada Extension Service). In addition, records include exhibition loan agreement letters and forms from the National Gallery of Canada, draft letters from Ernest Smith to Danielle Corbeil (Director of National Gallery of Canada Extension Services), lists of proposed works, and xerox copies of John's drawings.

Baker lake drawings

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Baker Lake drawings', organized and circulated by the Winnipeg Art Gallery and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from October 2nd to October 30th, 1972.

Records consist of correspondence between Doris Mitchell (Winnipeg Art Gallery, Extension Service) and Mark B. Holton (Assistant Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery). Additional records have a shipping contract and a condition report.

Batik tapestries by Louis Steyn

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'South African Batik Tapestries by Louis Steyn' presented by The Art Gallery, Memorial University, Newfoundland and organized in collaboration with Gallery 101, Johannesburg. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery in October 1967 and again in April 1970.

Records consist of correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Peter Bell (Curator, Memorial University), and purchasers of works in the exhibition, an excerpt of the Peter Wenger exhibition catalogue titled 'Some Notes on Batik', a photograph of an installed tapestry and gallery visitor, two draft catalogues, a copy of South African Scope containing a feature on Steyn's work on p. 6-7.

B.C. paintings 1966

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'B.C. Paintings '66', organized and circulated by the National Gallery of Canada. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in October 1967.

Records consist of condition reports, correspondence between Evelyn Holmes and Bert Henderson (Curator, University of Guelph), and D. E. Campbell (Curator, New Brunswick Museum), a packing list, list of works, and exhibition information from the National Gallery of Canada.

Bernard Chaudron

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'objets d'art' by Bernard Chaudron, presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery in October 1969 as part of the Atlantic Provinces Art Circuit.

Records consist of a list of artworks and prices, a list of purchased works including a note about a stolen piece, a condition report, correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Ghislain Clermont (Curator, Art Gallery of the University of Moncton), and a handwritten transcription of Chaudron's biographical notes.

Black Artists 1972

File consists of records related to the North American Black Artists exhibition organized by Dalhousie Art Gallery. The exhibition was shown at Dalhousie in November 1972.

Records consist of correspondence between Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and directors at Brockman Gallery, lists of slides, and letters to the artists requesting samples of artworks in slide form. Records also include four slides of artworks from Manuel Hughes (Professor Art Department, Florissant Valley Community College) and four from Benny Andrews.

Bruce Parsons exhibition

File consists of records related to the Bruce Parsons exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from February 23 - March 14, 1976.

Records consist of correspondence, invoices, insurance documents, a newspaper clipping, a photocopy of invitation card, handwritten draft for a list of works, footnotes, and photo credits, memos, and other administrative records.

Bruno Bobak - 'humanism' exhib[ition]

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Bruno Bobak's Humanism : an exhibition of figurative paintings' organized and circulated by The Owens Art Gallery, Mount Allison University for the Atlantic Provinces Art Circuit schedule 1970-1971. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from April 1-5, 1971.

Records consist of correspondence of Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery), including letters between he and Bruno Bobak, a price list and insurance certificate, two condition reports, and an photocopied excerpt from 'Harper: Early Painters and Engravers'

Canada Council Art Bank

File consists of records related to the Canada Council Art Bank Exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from July 13 to August 10, 1975.

Records consist of list of works, correspondence, press releases, newspaper clippings, and a floor plan.

Canadian canvas

File consists of records related to a travelling exhibition of 85 Canadian paintings representing 46 artists from across the country. The exhibition was initiated and sponsored by Time Canada Ltd., and was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from November 6 to December 4, 1975.

Records consist of box list, correspondence, condition reports, unpacking and repacking instructions, installation instructions, shipping receipts, catalogue and sales list, contractual documents, magazine and newspaper clippings, interdepartmental memos, and a list of expenses.

Canadian watercolours of the 19th century exhibition

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Canadian Water-Colours of the 19th Century' organized by the National Gallery of Canada and resented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from February 15-March 15, 1971.

Records consist of condition reports, exhibition contract agreements, photocopies of newspaper clippings; some mounted on backing paper, correspondence of Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) regarding the condition of artworks in the exhibition, and descriptive exhibition text provided by the National Gallery.

Carceri d'Invenzione of Piranesi exhibition

File consists of records related to the 'Carceri d'Invenzione of Piranesi' exhibition loaned from the National Gallery of Canada in February 1960. Records consist of correspondence from Ruth Henderson (Maritime Arts Association), a loan agreement, packing list, exhibition itinerary, and exhibition text.

Carl Heywood

File consists of records relating to the exhibition 'The Venus Suite' of works by J. Carl Heywood. The exhibition was organized by Dalhousie Art Gallery under the direction of the new Director, Ernest Smith. The exhibition was presented in October 1970.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Smith and Heywood, in addition to a C.V. and resume for Heywood.

Carole Fraser exhibition

File consists of records related to the planning of a solo exhibition at the Dalhousie Art Gallery of Carole Fraser’s drawings and paintings. Arranged by the Dalhousie Art Gallery for the 1965 rotation, this exhibition travelled with the Atlantic Provinces Art Circuit (APAC) from 1966 to 1968.

Records include a pamphlet for the cancelled 1964 exhibition ‘Works by Sarah Jackson, Carol Fraser and Aileen Meagher’; newspaper clippings discussing Fraser’s work and solo exhibition; box and artwork lists; correspondence with Evelyn Holmes, Acting Curator of the Dalhousie Art Gallery, regarding Fraser’s works; two Dalhousie newsletters; and exhibition pamphlets from APAC member galleries.

Chambers' Cartoons exhibition

File consists of records related to the Chambers' Cartoons Exhibition, held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery in May 1973.

Records consist of newspaper clippings, invitation letters, lists of cartoons, a loan agreement from Art Gallery of Ontario, correspondence between Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery), Robert W. Chambers, and others.

Claude Tousignant exhibition

File consists of records related to the Claude Tousignant exhibition organized and circulated by the National Gallery of Canada and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from March 1 to March 31, 1974.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and staff of the National Gallery of Canada, a letter from Claude, a newspaper regarding the exhibition at the Van Guard Vancouver art gallery in July 1973, postcard invitation, press releases, a condition report, a list of artworks, and packing and unpacking instructions.

Clyde McConnell photo exhibition

File consists of records related to the Clyde McConnell Photo Exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from September 4 to September 28, 1975.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Bruce Ferguson (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Clyde McConnell (Photographer) regarding plans to have a showing of Clyde's photographs and drawings at the art gallery in 1975. File also includes a floor plan, a newspaper clipping, and a list of expenses. Many letters from Clyde are handwritten, including notes of artworks and a price list.

CODCO

File consists of records related to the CODCO performance held at Dalhousie Art Gallery on March 19, 1975.

Records consist of photocopies of newspaper articles and Walter Learning(Director of Playhouse Theatre) correspondence about Halifax playing dates and invoices. The articles include "It's non-stop comedy with Cod on a stick," written by Urjo Kareda from the December 10, 1973 issue of the Toronto Star, "Newfie joke is on us, folks!" written by Frank Rasky from the November 5, 1975 issue of the Toronto Star, and six other articles regarding reviews of the previous shows.

Correspondence with Bill Fett - November 1971

File consists of correspondence records between Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Bill Fett spanning August 1970 to May 1971.

Records consist of letters, postcards, and newspaper clippings. Content of the letters refers to planning to host Fett's works in the Dalhousie Art Gallery some time in 1972.

Correspondence with William Lovell

File consists of correspondence records between Ernest Smith and William (Bill) Lovell spanning August 1970 to October 1971.

Records consist of letters between Lovell and Smith (Director ,Dalhousie Art Gallery) regarding plans to have a showing of Lovell's prints at the art gallery in 1971.

Craig Wright jewellery

File consists of records related to the Craig Wright jewellery exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 24 to March 6, 1976.

Records consist of invoices, insurance documents, a list of works and prices, interdepartmental memos, artist's statement, correspondence regarding insurance, a pamphlet, and handwritten thank you letters from Craig Wright to Mary Meagher (secretary, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Bruce W. Ferguson (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery). Also included are photographs and slides of a few items exhibited; envelope annotated "Wright 263-9021 for Friday 19th" and date stamped December 11, 1975.

David Silverberg - batiks and sketches

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Silverberg: A Canadian in Japan', an exhibition of batik prints and sketches by David Silverberg organized through the Atlantic Provinces Art Circuit (APAC) and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in October 1968.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and David Silverberg (Artist, Professor, Department of Fine Arts, Mount Allison University), as well as correspondence with other curators in the APAC membership. Additional records consist of a list of artworks, a condition report, room booking confirmation for a lecture by Silverberg, and a catalogue for Silverberg's exhibition at Waddington Gallery in Montréal.

Denis Le Page - "Toys Toys Toys"

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'TOYS TOYS TOYS by Denis LePage', organized and circulated by Memorial University Art Gallery. The Exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in April 1972.

Records consist of an exhibition report, exhibition statement, photocopy of a newspaper clipping containing a review title 'Toy exhibition turns art gallery into playhouse' by Gretchen Pierce, correspondence between the Dalhousie Art Gallery and other APAC member galleries, and between Dalhousie Art Gallery and Le Page, and a catalogue for 'High-speed Signals', containing a biography for Le Page.

Didactic prints

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Didactic Prints' organized by the Confederation Art Gallery and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in October 1968.

Records consist of a list of artworks including descriptive texts, an exhibition schedule, and correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Mrs. H. Kennedy (Registrar, Confederation Art Gallery).

Dr. T. W. Rishel - photographs "Confectioneries and other delights"

File consists of records related to a photo exhibit of Halifax buildings called "Confectioneries and Other Delights" by Thomas Walter Rishel, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from October 23 to November 20, 1974.

Records consist of correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Dr. T.W. Rishel.

Drawings by Carol Fraser exhibition

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Drawings by Carol Fraser', organized and presented by Dalhousie Art Gallery in March 1972.

Records consist of correspondence between Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Carol Fraser, a list of drawings for the exhibition, a copy invoice, and correspondence regarding insurance.

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