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Dalhousie Art Gallery fonds
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Dalhousie Art Gallery fonds

  • UA-36
  • Fonds
  • 1953-2014
Fonds consists of records pertaining to Dalhousie Art Gallery publicity, exhibitions, collections, openings and events, and administration. Types of materials include press releases, brochures, tickets, a poster, photographs, course information, programs, calendars, catalogues, reports, financial records, notes, correspondence, newspaper clippings, minutes and agendas, and other materials.

Dalhousie University. Dalhousie Art Gallery

Exhibition by members of faculty N.S. College of Art

File consists of records related to 'exhibition by Members of Faculty: Nova Scotia College of Art' presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in January 1967.

Records consist of an exhibition pamphlet, an informational brochure about the College's offerings for 1966-1967, entry forms, a price list, and a newspaper clipping of a review by Marion Moore.

Tom Forrestall sculptures

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Welded Steel Sculptures by Tom Forrestall', organized by the University of New Brunswick Art Centre for the Atlantic Provinces Art Circuit (APAC). The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in December 1969.

Records consist of a condition report, a newspaper clipping, a publicity sheet from the University of New Brunswick, and correspondence between Evelyn Holmes and curators of APAC member galleries.

Man at leisure and play

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Man at Leisure and Play' organized and toured by the National Gallery of Canada and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in November 1970.

Records consist of a newspaper clipping, correspondence of Evelyn Holmes (Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery), a packing list, and a notice from the Maritime Art Association (M.A.A).

William Kohn exhibition

File consists of records related to the planning of an exhibition of works by William Kohn, organized by the Dalhousie art Gallery through Kohn's gallery representative, The Graphics Gallery, san Francisco. The exhibition was presented by the Dalhousie Art Gallery in December 1971.

Records consist primarily of correspondence between The Dalhousie Art Gallery, Kohn, and The Graphics Gallery. Additional records consist of a new release from the Oakland Museum, press about the Graphics Gallery, a loan agreement form, a C.V., biography, and list of artworks for Kohn, a photocopy of a newspaper article titled 'Austere Forms at the Graphics' about Kohn's artwork, and a copy of a review of Kohn's work by Lucian Krukowski.

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.

Guido Molinari exhibition

File consists of records related to the Molinari exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery in October 1972. The following year, the exhibition was presented at Memorial University Art Gallery, St. John's, Newfoundland, from January 5 to 29, 1973.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Mark B. Holton (Assistant curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Guido Molinari, Frank Lapointe (Curator, Memorial University Art Gallery) and Ernest W. Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery). Records also include biographical information about Guido Molinari, lists and pricelists of paintings, insurance files, shipping notes, a condition report, and newspaper clipping.

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 exhibition

File consists of 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 biographical notes, photocopies of articles, clippings, and a photocopy of the catalogue from the National Gallery of Canada,

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.

Montreal museum lends I exhibition

File consists of records related to the Montreal Museum Lends I exhibition, organized and circulated by the National Gallery of Canada and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from September 15 to October 31, 1973.

Records consist of correspondence between Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and the National Gallery of Canada regarding transferring the exhibition. Records include a loan agreement, newspaper clippings, lists and pricelists of artworks, and packing lists.

"Masks without masquerades" (African masks) exhibition

File consists of records related to the Mask Without Masquerades exhibition held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from February 6 to March 3, 1974. The exhibition planned in conjunction with Dr. Jacqueline Fry (Department of Anthropology of the University of Montreal) and the Dalhousie committee on African studies.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Jacqueline Fry (Department of Anthropology, University of Montreal) regarding selecting pieces, catalogues shipments, list of owners, and material descriptions. File also contains insurance documents, invitation lists, interdepartmental memos, packing instructions, letters and loan agreement forms, newspaper clippings, a slide (untitled), and incoming letters from the Royal Ontario Museum, the New Brunswick Museum, and the National Museum of Canada regarding transferring African masks.

Progress in conservation exhibition

File consists of records related to the Progress in Conservation Exhibition, organized by the National Conservation Research Laboratory and circulated by the National Gallery of Canada and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in May 1974.

Records consist of correspondence between Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and George Rogers (National Museum of Canada), newspaper clipping, floor plan, insurance documents, condition report, press release, and event calendar of the exhibition at Rothmans Art Gallery of Stratford in November 1973.

John Greer "Know your artist"

File consists of records related to the exhibition by John Greer, part of Dalhousie's "Know Your Artist" series, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from April 17 to May 19, 1974.

Records consist of correspondence between Dalhousie Art Gallery and Greer, newspaper clippings, insurance papers, list and pricelist of artworks, booklet orders, and a handwritten list of awards, solo and group exhibitions between 1964 and 1971, and descriptions of Greer's visual puns. File also contains postcard invitations to exhibition; photo of 'sceptical spectacles' used for a postcard invitation.

Joseph Svoboda exhibition

File consists of records related to the Joseph Svoboda exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from October 4-24, 1974.

Records consist of a list of artworks, press release drafts, newspaper clippings, photographs (photocopies), correspondence between Mern O'Brien (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Gerry Grace (Archives, National Arts Centre), condition report, invitation cards, and insurance documents.

Ronald Shuebrook "Know Your Artist"

File consists of records related to the Ronald Shuebrook Exhibition as a part of the "Know Your Artists" series, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from October 29 to November 17, 1974.

Records consist of correspondence between Shuebrook and staff of Dalhousie Art Gallery, newspaper clippings, a price list, a list of institutions and individuals to receive catalogue, and a letter to Nick Fillmore (Editor) from Shuebrook.

Ron E. Merrick and Albert Lee photo exhibition "In black and white"

File consists of records related to In Black and White, a photo exhibit by Ron E. Merrick and Albert Lee, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from October 29 to November 17, 1974.

Records consist of newspaper clippings, a list of photographs and places, draft biographies, insurance papers, a photocopy of catalogue cover, and invitation cards.

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.

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.

Mary Pratt : painting and drawings

File consists of records related to an exhibition of works by a Newfoundland painter, Mary Pratt, organized by the Memorial Art Gallery. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from December 9, 1975, to January 4, 1976.

Records consist of a condition report, correspondence, a floor plan, a list of exhibition expenses, invoices, interdepartmental memos, newspaper clipping, and an opening invitation.

Graham Coughtry Retrospective

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Graham Coughtry Retrospective' organized by the Robert McLaughlin Gallery in Oshawa. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from May 31 to June 26, 1976.

Records consist of condition report, correspondence, a floor plan, clippings, a news release, invoices, and opening invitation cards.

Second Dalhousie drawing exhibition

File consists of records related to the second annual Dalhousie drawing exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 7 to February 4, 1977. The artists who participated in this exhibition were Charles Gagnon, Yves Gaucher, Betty Goodwin, Roland Poulin, Marthe Wery, and Irene Whittome.

Records consist of newspaper clippings, insurance files, lists of expenses, interdepartmental memos, invoices, correspondence regarding grants and catalogues, biographies for each artist, and packing instructions. Also includes an invitation card and a photograph.

Third Dalhousie drawing exhibition

File consists of records related to the third annual Dalhousie drawing exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 3 - 29, 1978.

Records are divided into 10 folders. (Titles transcribed from original folder labels.)
Folder 13 - grant; Folder 14 - acquisitions; Folder 15 - business office; Folder 16 - catalogue(correspondence); Folder 17 - budget; Folder 18 - photographs; Folder 19 - press releases; Folder 20 -proposal; Folder 21 - selection of participants; Folder 22 - trasportation

Louis Stokes : alchemy spirals

File consists of records related to the exhibition of works by sculptor Louis Stokes entitled "Alchemy Spirals," presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 31 to February 24, 1980.

Records are divided into 6 folders:
Folder 9 - administrative files (proposed outline, biography, resume, exhibit agreement, correspondence, packing instruction, and transportation)
Folder 10 - grant application
Folder 11 - report
Folder 12 - publicity and advertising (contains advertising, clippings, reviews, exhibition texts, exhibition pamphlet, and catalogue order)
Folder 13 - financial (insurance, budget, payment, invoices, expenses (business records), and final expense report)
Folder 14 - photograph

Arthur Lismer : Nova Scotia, 1916-1919

File consists of records related to an exhibition, 'Arthur Lismer: Nova Scotia, 1916-1919,' curated by Gemey Kelly and presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from December 2, 1982, to January 9, 1983. This exhibition of approximately 45 paintings and 20 drawings and lithographs by Arthur Lismer focused on the years during which he resided in Bedford, Nova Scotia and was Principal of the Victoria School of Art and Design (now NSCAD University).

Records are divided into 21 folders (Titles transcribed from original folder labels.):
Box 36
Folder 13 - Canada Council grant
Folder 14 - N. S. Dept. of Culture, Recreation, Fitness application
Folder 15 - Other grant applications
Folder 16 - Loan correspondence
Folder 17 - General correspondence (with other galleries)
Folder 18 - Invoices, purchasing
Folder 19 - Miscellaneous information loans
Folder 20 - Transportation
Folder 21 - Itinerary
Folder 22 - Canadian Conservation Institute
Folder 23 - Gemey's talk at Beaverbrook
Folder 24 - Correspondence with Marjorie Lismer
Folder 25 - Catalogues (sales & complimentary copies)
Folder 26 - Press Release (This file contains various clippings, a catalogue published by The Beaverbrook Art Gallery (Feb. 1983), and Arts Atlantic magazine (Spring 1983) published by Confederation Centre Art Gallary.
Box 37
Folder 1 - Opening: December 9, 1982
Folder 2 - Loan agreement forms
Folder 3 - Insurance
Folder 4 - Condition reports (Norman Macknzie Art Gallery, 1982)
Folder 5 - Condition reports (Memorial University & Beaverbrook Art Gallery, 1983)
Folder 6 - Photographs (various formats)
Folder 7 - Photographs (contact sheets)

Louis de Niverville retrospective

File consists of records related to a retrospective exhibition of artwork by Louis de Niverville, organized by the Robert McLaughlin Gallery, Oshawa. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from December 21 to January 14, 1979.

Records consist of clippings, media releases, exhibition itineraries, correspondence, and other administrative documents.

The 25th annual Dalhousie student, staff and alumni exhibition

File consists of records related to the twenty-fifth annual student, staff and alumni exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 18 to February 11, 1979.

Records consist of clippings, administrative documents, a list of artworks, a blank exhibition entry form and an invitation to the opening.

Transparent things

File consists of records related to the photograph exhibition "Transparent Things," circulated by the Canada Coucil Art Bank and was presented at Dalhousie Art gallery from May 22 to July 1, 1978.

Records consist of correspondence between staff of the Art Bank and Bruce Ferguson (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) about schedules, catalogues, and expenses , condition reports, installation requirements, and newspaper clippings.

John Ettlinger print exhibition

File consists of records related to the John Ettlinger print exhibition "Etchings and engravings of the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries," held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from October 26 to November 26, 1978.

Records consist of a list of works, correspondence, newspaper clippings, exhibition description, a floor plan, and a list of expenses.

Klaus Staeck : contemporary German political posters

The file consists of records related to Klaus Staeck's poster exhibition, held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from February 15 to 25, 1979.

Records consist of correspondence regarding gallery lectures, newspaper and magazine clippings, media releases, exhibition display drafts/guidelines, a list of expenses, and other administrative documents. It also includes a photograph of the exhibition display.

Daniel Fowler of Amherst Island 1810-1894

File consists of records related to Daniel Fowler exhibition entitled "Daniel Fowler of Amherst Island 1810-1894." prepared by the Agnes Etherington Art Gallery of Queens University, Kingston. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from May 31 to July 8, 1979.

Records consist of correspondence, newspaper clippings, a list of works (85 watercolours and drawings), news releases, exhibition itinerary, and invitations from the two previous Daniel Fowler exhibitions at other galleries.

Prints by David Silverberg exhibition

File consists of records relating to the exhibition ‘Prints by David Silverberg’, held in November 1965 at the Dalhousie Art Gallery.

Records consist of an invitation, clippings, a photocopied review by Martin Kemp, an artwork price list, text for Silverberg’s lecture on printmaking, presented during the exhibition opening, a Dalhousie University newsletter, a shipment receipt, and correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery), David Silverberg (Associate-Professor, Fine Arts, Mount Allison University), and Lawren Harris (Professor, Fine Arts, Mount Allison).

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.

Maxwell Bates retrospective exhibition

File consists of records related to the travelling Retrospective Exhibition of Maxwell Bates, organized by the Confederation Centre Art Gallery and presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery in January 1967.

Records consist of an exhibition catalogue including a biography of the artist, a newspaper clipping, correspondence, and a Dalhousie newsletter.

Jacob Jordaens

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Jordaens', a significant exhibition of Jacob Jordaens' paintings organized by the National Gallery of Canada and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in October 1969.

Records consist of an invitation, a calendar of events for the National Gallery for the period of November 15, 1968 to January 15, 1969, correspondence of Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) including letters regarding the safety of the Jordaens' artworks during blasting activities on campus, including seismographic data, newspaper clippings regarding the exhibition, including one titled 'Jordaens Canvas Displayed After Shock Test', descriptive exhibition text provided by the National Gallery of Canada, a copy of 'Jordaens and Flemish Opulence' from Flemish Painting Volume 2, and three National Gallery press releases.

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.

Exhibition - Douglas Duncan bequest

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Duncan: Gift from the Douglas M. Duncan Collection and the Milne-Duncan Bequest', organized and circulated by the National Gallery of Canada. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from August 1-31, 1971.

Records consist of artwork lists, a condition report, exhibition agreement contracts, insurance records, correspondence of the Dalhousie Art Gallery, descriptive exhibition text, and a newspaper clipping,

Phil Sultz exhibition

File consists of records relating to the planning and preparation of an exhibition of artworks by Phillip Sultz in October 1971, organized and presented by the Dalhousie Art Gallery.

Records consist of correspondence between Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Philip Sultz (Professor, painter), a curriculum vitae and two photographs of Sultz, a list of artworks and a newspaper clipping of a revew of Sultz's work. Many letters are handwritten.

Christian Gaudernack jewellery exhibition

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Christian Gaudernack Jewellery,' held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery in October 1972.

Records consist of biography, lists of jewellery, newspaper clipping, and an invitation.

Flora Rey: embassy of Argentina exhibition

File consists of records related to the Flora Rey exhibition held at Dalhousie Art Gallery in October 1973.

Records consist of two copies of condition report and an article titled 'Rey Poetically Persuasive,' written by Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) of the Dalhousie Gazette published on October 26, 1973. Records also include correspondence from the Embassy of Argentina in Ottawa, a copy of a paper titled 'Exciting exhibition by Argentine artist' of the Ottawa Journal published on October 17, 1973.

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.

Overlord tapestries exhibition

File consists of records related to the Overlord Tapestries Exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from April 9 to April 21, 1974.

Records consist of correspondence between Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Gordon S. Way (Director, Department of Veterans Affairs), a letter from Bernard Pothier (Curator, National Museum of Canada), a memo to Erik Perth regarding the exhibition opening, insurance documents, press release, and newspaper clippings.

Sherman Hines' Nova Scotia

File consists of records related to the Sherman Hines' Nova Scotia photography exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from June 17 to June 22, 1975.

Records consist of an opening invitation card, bi-fold pricing brochure and order form, newspaper clippings, a floor plan, and a photograph of the Alexander graham bell museum in Cape Breton.

Joseph Sleep

File consists of records related to the exhibition of paintings by Joseph Sleep, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from September 16 to October 2, 1975.

Records consist of a loan agreement, a biography, a list of expenses, a price list of artworks, a newspaper clipping, interdepartmental memo, a floor plan, and draft letter-size poster and poster order form.

Saskatchewan Ceramicists exhibition

File consists of records related to the Saskatchewan Ceramicists exhibition presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from August 2 to September 7, 1976.

Records consist of correspondence, insurance documents, invoices, lists of expenses, a loan agreement, a postcard, and clippings. Records also include photographic prints of artworks and slides.

From the Vault

The file consists of records related to the exhibition 'From the Vault' from the gallery's permanent collection, held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from October 12 to November 9, 1976.

Records consist of draft press releases, correspondence, interdepartmental memos with expense receipts and invoices, a list of Carnegie collection - European prints, clippings, and invitation cards.

Aspects of realism

The file consists of records related to the planning of the exhibition " Aspects of Realism," held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from August 18 to September 18, 1977. The exhibition was sponsored by Rothman's of Pall Mall Canada Ltd.

Records consist of correspondence, newspaper clippings, a tour schedule, a floor plan, interdepartmental memos, invoices and and other administrative documents. Also includes photographs of the opening of the exhibition and invitation cards.

Special presentation : a work by Garry Neill Kennedy

File consists of records relating to an exhibition, 'Special presentation: a work by Garry Neill Kennedy,' held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from October 21 - November 28, 1982.

Records consist mainly of correspondence and newspaper clippings from the Mail-Star and Chronicle-Herald.

Exhibitions 1961-62

File consists of records related to exhibitions held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from 1961-1962.

Records consist of a clipping of a review titled 'Paintings by Lola Mould'; floor plan and photograph, exhibition text, and bibliography to accompany 'Contemporary Canadian Painting', loaned from the National Gallery of Canada; exhibition texts, lists of artworks, loan agreements, packing lists, itineraries for 'The Campaign in Northwest Europe', 'Sculpture Reproductions', 'Polish Posters', 'Maritime Art Association Exhibition', 'Highlights of American Painting', 'Contemporary Canadian Painting', and 'Kodachrome Slide Project'; handwritten notes; an information booklet; and exhibition entry forms for the 'Dalhousie Atlantic Award Exhibition'.

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.

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