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Dalhousie Art Gallery fonds
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Dalhousie Art Gallery fonds

  • UA-36
  • Fonds
  • 1953-2009
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

Exhibitions 1960-61

File consists of records relating to exhibitions held at Dalhousie University between 1960-1961.

Records relate to 'A Not Always Reverent Journey', 'UNESCO Reproductions of Water Colors', and 'Pastels and Watercolors by Alfred Whitehead'. Records consist of an artist statement and biography for Alfred Whitehead, artwork price lists, memorandums from Dr. Usmiami, exhibition loan agreements, packing lists, schedules, itineraries, newsletters announcing exhibition openings, and correspondence between Dr. Usmiami and Rosamond Campbell, Ruth Henderson, Alfred Whitehead, Grace Keddy, and Joseph Purcell, Esq..

Lectures 1960-61

File consists of records relating to guest lecture evens planned for the 1960-1961 academic year by the Dalhousie Arts Committee.

Records consist of handwritten notes, accompanying text for a lecture by Robert Rowe, M. A. (Director, Leeds City Art Gallery) including a biography, news release, and public notice. Additional records consist of correspondence between dr. Mirko Usmiami (Chairman, Art Committee, Dalhousie University) and National Gallery of Canada staff, contract agreements, and accompanying texts for a lecture from Professor G. Stephen Vickers, which was cancelled due to poor weather affecting travel.

Lectures 1961-62

File consists of records relating to the organizing of guest lectures presented under the auspice of the National Gallery of Canada by the Dalhousie Arts Committee for the 1961-1962 academic period.

Records consist of publicity materials for a lecture by Mr. John Woodward (Keeper, Birmingham City Museum and Art Gallery), a letter and illustrated instructions for preparation of a lecture given by Professor W. O. Judkins (Chairman, Fine Arts, McGill University), and correspondence between Mirko Usmiami (Chairman, Arts Committee) and staff of the National Gallery of Canada.

Exhibitions 1962-63

File consists of exhibition records for 1962-1963.

Records include an exhibition catalogue for 'Paintings by the Group of Seven'; loan agreements, exhibition lists, and schedules for exhibitions loaned from the National Gallery, including 'Paul-Emile Borduas 1905-1960', 'Photography 1840-1915', 'Drawings of Leonardo da Vinci I', and 'Early Painting in Canada'; correspondence from Dr. Usmiami requesting loans of artworks for the Group of Seven exhibition; a list of works and artist biographies for Anthony Law and Jane B. Shaw; a portrait of Paul-Emille Borduas; a description of the lecture series 'The Sculptor's Vision', and press releases.

Lectures 1962-63

File consists of records related tot he planning of guest lectures under the auspice of the National Gallery of Canada by the Dalhousie Art Committee and Gallery.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Dr. Mirko Usmiami (Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and staff of the National Gallery of Canada. Additional records consist of publicity materials for a lecture by Professor George Swinton (School of Art, University of Manitoba).

Exhibitions 1963-64

File consists of records related to exhibitions planned for the Dalhousie Art Gallery between 1963-1964.

Records include correspondence between Mirko Usmiami and Jean-René Ostiguy (National Gallery of Canada), cancelling several exhibitions after damage to artworks from the Paul-Emile Borduas exhibition; packing lists; itineraries; lists of available exhibitions from the National Gallery; and an exhibition lending agreement.

Lectures 1963-64

File consists of records related to the planning of guest lectures for the 1963-1964 academic period connected to the Dalhousie art Gallery.

Records consist of correspondence between Dr. Mirko Usmiani (Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Jean-Paul Morriset (Eastern Representative, National Gallery of Canada) regarding having Morisset give a lecture at the gallery, a memo from the Maritime Art Association to all member groups regarding a lecture tour by Morisset, an itinerary for Mr. Lee Johnson, and a letter from A.S Mowat (Professor of Education, Dalhousie University; prior Chairman of the Dalhousie arts Committee) to Usmiami regarding a lecture series presented by Mowat.

Exhibitions 1964-65

File consists of exhibition records of the Dalhousie Art Gallery for 1964-1965.

Records include correspondence from Dr. Usmiami (Curator); lists; exhibition text for 'Four Masters – Pellan, Borduas, Riopelle, Dumouchel', 'Norwegian Stave Churches', 'Building a Nation', and 'Romanesque Paintings from Spain', loaned from the National Gallery of Canada; an artist biography of Goodrich Robert for the exhibition 'Goodrich Robert's War Sketches'; and an exhibition schedule.

Lectures 1964-65

File consists of records related to the planning of lectures connected to the Dalhousie Art Gallery for the 1964-1965 academic year.

Records consist of correspondence of Dr. Mirko Usmiami (Curaotr, Dalhousie art Gallery), press for lectures by Francis Haskell and Helmut Becker, and biographical information and lecture summaries for John Steegman.

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.

Exhibitions 1965-66

File consists of exhibition records for the period of 1965-1966.

Records consist of correspondence from Dr. Usmiami, exhibition schedules, a catalogue for 'Canadian Artist Series VIII: Cowley Bobak', organized by the National Gallery of Canada, and handwritten notes for exhibition plans for the Dalhousie Art Gallery.

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.

Carole Fraser exhibition files

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.

Paintings and drawings by Miller Brittain exhibition files

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Paintings and Drawings by Miller Brittain' held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery in February 1965.

Records consist of one newspaper clipping titled ‘Connoisseur [Daniel O’Keefe] Praises Works of Miller Brittain’; correspondence between Mirko Usmiami and Stuart Smith (Curator, Beaverbrook Art Gallery), Mrs. Paul (Celia) Toomik (Assistant to Mr. Brittain), Lawren Harris (Head, Department of Fine Arts, Mount Allison University), Miller Brittain, Dr. Charles Comfort (Director, National Gallery of Canada), and R. F. Wodehouse (Curator, War Collection, National Gallery of Canada); a loan agreement between Dalhousie Art Gallery and the National Gallery of Canada; an biography and artist statement of Miller G. Brittain; exhibition notes; a list of artworks; an invitation list; exhibition reviews; and draft press release and publicity texts.

Exhibition of paintings by Ruth Wainwright exhibition files

File consists of records relating to the exhibition ‘Exhibition of Paintings by Ruth Wainwright’, held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery in October 1965, as part of the National Gallery of Canada's 'Know Your Artist' series. Correspondence in the file additionally records the transition of leadership of the Dalhousie Art Gallery from Dr. Mirko Usmiami to Mrs. Evelyn Holmes

Records consist of an exhibition pamphlet, artwork shipment receipt, list of works and prices, artist biography, newspaper clipping of an exhibition review by Martin Kemp, correspondence between Mirko Usmiami, G. V. V. Nicholls (Chairman, Art Gallery Committee, Dalhousie University), and Lawren Harris (Head, Department of Fine Arts, Mount Allison University); correspondence between Evelyn Holmes, (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery), Bruno Bobak (Director, Creative Arts Center, University New Brunswick), Peter Bell (Curator, Memorial University), and Lawren Harris; and a handwritten note from G. V. V. Nicholls regarding the dissolution of the joint exhibition between Ruth Wainwright and Carole Fraser.

Prints by David Silverberg exhibition files

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).

Paintings by Jeffrey E. Poklen exhibition files

File consists of records pertaining to the exhibition 'Paintings 1965 by Jeffrey E. Poklen' presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery in December 1965.

Records consist of a biography of Poklen, artwork price list, newspaper clipping of an exhibition announcement, correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie art Gallery) and Poklen, and two Dalhousie University newsletters discussing Poklen's show.

Exhibition correspondence of Evelyn Holmes

File consists of correspondence records of Evelyn Holmes, Acting Curator of the Dalhousie Art Gallery. Records relate to the planning and presenting of various exhibitions between 1965-1967. In some cases, correspondence are addressed to former Dalhousie art gallery Curator, Mirko Usmiami.

Exhibitions 1966-1967

Files consist of records relating to exhibition planning for the period of 1966-1967.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Acting curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and staff of the National Gallery of Canada, The National Film Board, Louis Rombout (Acting Curator, Mount Allison University), Bruno Bobak, Carol Fraser, and others. Records also include an exhibition schedule for the Nova Scotia College of Art, and a list of exhibitions available for loan from the National Gallery.

Lectures 1966-67

File consists of records related to the scheduling of guest lectures in connection with the Dalhousie Art Gallery for the 1966-1967 academic period.

Records consist mainly of correspondence of Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) regarding organizing, planning, and presenting guest lectures. Additional records consist of a Dalhousie newsletter regarding a lecture presented by Stuart Allen Smith (Director, Beaverbrook Art Gallery), as well as Smith's biography and lecture summaries, lecturer itineraries, newspaper clippings, and publicity materials related to Ladislas Segy (Director, Segy Gallery, NY).

Artistes de Montréal exhibition files

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.

Paintings, drawings and prints by Christopher Pratt exhibition files

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Paintings, Drawings and Prints by Christopher Pratt' arranged and presented by Dalhousie Art Gallery in February 1966.

Records consist mainly of correspondence, including a letter from Pratt to Evelyn Holmes. Records also include newspaper clippings, receipts, a list of artworks, and an exhibition itinerary.

The art of writing exhibition files

File consists of records related to 'The Art of Writing', an exhibition organized and prepared by UNESCO and presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery in March 1966.

Records consist of contractual documents between Dalhousie Art Gallery and the National Gallery of Canada, correspondence of Evelyn Holmes, a packing list and mounting instructions, and a condition report.

Historic buildings of Canada exhibition files

File consists of a records related to the exhibition 'Historic Buildings in Canada' organized by the National Gallery of Canada and presented at Dalhousie in March 1966.

Records consist of an exhibition catalogue, correspondence between Evelyn Holmes and the National Gallery of Canada, contractual documents, and a press release from the National Gallery regarding the exhibition.

Arts for the home exhibition files

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.

Massey landscapes collection exhibition files

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Massey Collection: Landscapes', organized an circulated by the National Gallery of Canada and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in November 1966.

Records consist of an exhibition catalogue, box list, contractual documents, invoices, and correspondence.

Paintings and drawings by Bruno and Molly Bobak exhibition files

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Paintings by Molly and Bruno Bobak' organized by the University of New Brunswick and circulated by the Atlantic Provinces Art Circuit (APAC). The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery in December 1966.

Records consist of correspondence between Evelyn Holmes and Bruno Bobak, a review of the exhibition by Carole Fraser, a Dalhousie newsletter, biographies of the artists, a newspaper clipping, and an invitation.

Exhibitions 1967-68

File consists of records related to exhibitions planned for the Dalhousie Art Gallery between 1967-1968.

Records consist of notes and drafts for exhibitions schedules, lists of circulating exhibitions available through the National Gallery of Canada and the Maritime Arts Association, correspondence of Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery), loan agreements, Dalhousie newsletters, and a programme brochure draft,

Lectures 1967-68

Files consist of records related to the planning of guest lectures by the Dalhousie Art Gallery for the 1967-1968 academic period. These relate primary to two lectures, given by Nathan Lyons (Associate Director of Photography, George Eastman House) and Dr. R.H. Hubbard (Chief Curator, National Gallery of Canada).

Records consist of correspondence of Evelyn Holmes regarding the arrangement and planning of guest lecture events, Dalhousie newsletters, lecture summaries, publicity text, curriculum vitae and biographies, newspaper clippings, and lecture itineraries.

Atlantic award exhibition files

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,

Maxwell Bates retrospective exhibition files

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.

L.L. Fitzgerald exhibition files

File consists of records related to the L. L. (Lionel Lemoine) Fitzgerald exhibition organized by the National Gallery of Canada and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in March 1967.

Records consist of lists of works, contractual documents, a condition report, and a letter to Evelyn Holmes regarding exhibition fees.

14th annual student, staff and alumni exhibition files

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.

Henry Moore exhibition files

File consists of records related to the Henry Moore photographic exhibition organized by the National Gallery of Canada and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in April 1967.

Records consist of a packing list, loan agreement, condition report, and correspondence of Evelyn Holmes.

Carceri d'Invenzione of Piranesi exhibition files

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.

Exhibitions 1959-60

File consists of records pertaining to exhibitions held in the Fine Arts Room between 1959-1960.

Records consist of a handwritten note to Dr. Mirko Usmiami (Chairman of the Dalhousie Art Committee) from Sandy Mowat regarding an artwork by Arthur Lismer; a letter from M. Simmons (National Gallery of Canada); two letters from Miss Marian A. Johnston (President, Recent Grads Group, University Women's Club); correspondence requesting exhibition loans from the National Gallery of Canada; and a handwritten exhibition schedule.

Lectures 1959-60

File consists of records pertaining to the arrangement of guest lectures to be held at Dalhousie under the auspice of the National Gallery of Canada in 1959-1960.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Mirko Usmiami and representatives of the National Gallery of Canada, including one telegraph. Additional records consist of a receipt, newspaper mat, and unsigned lecture report.

Chambers' Cartoons exhibition May 1973

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.

George Wood exhibition June 5 - 30, 1973

File consists of records related to the George Wood Exhibition, held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from June 5 to 30, 1973.

Records consist of condition reports, a list of paintings, a packing list and instructions, and correspondence between Mark Holton (Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and staff of the Memorial University of Newfoundland Art Gallery regarding transferring the exhibition.

Photographs and slides Dalhousie student, staff, and alumni exhibition February 6-18, 1973

File consists of records related to the Nineteenth Annual Dalhousie Student, Staff, and Alumni exhibition held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from February 6 to February 18, 1973.

Records consist of letters from Evelyn Holmes (curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) to the judges for the photographic section of the exhibition. Records also include the list of artworks.

Appel's Appels exhibition March 9 - April 1, 1973

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.

Morbus exhibition April 1973

File consists of records related to the Morbus exhibition, held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery in April 1973.

Records consist of correspondence between Earnest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and curators at other galleries, newspaper clippings, a list of participating artists, and grant approval documents from the Canada Council.

Ronald Kostyniuk exhibition April 24 - May 6, 1973

File consists of records related to the Ronald Kostyniuk Exhibition, held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from April 24 to May 6, 1973.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between R. Kostyniuk, Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Are Gallery), and other galleries. Records also include condition reports, waybills, and damage claims..

Lawren P. Harris exhibition December 1972

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Lawren Phillips Harris Retrospective', organized and circulated by the National Gallery of Canada. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in December 1972.

Records consist mainly items of correspondence between Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and others. Including loan agreement forms, condition reports, insurance files, and others. Correspondents include: staff at the National Gallery of Canada, Lawren P. Harris, Christopher Gabriel-Lacki (Curator, Sir George Williams University Art Gallery) and other galleries. File additionally contains four photographs of paintings.

Paintings and drawings, Jack Wise, Sept. 5-20, 1967 : [exhibition file]

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Paintings - Jack Wise' presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in November 1967 through the Atlantic Provinces Art Circuit.

Records consist of a draft press release and correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Acting curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery), and Peter Bell (Curator, Art Gallery, Memorial University).

Peter Bell exhibition Feb. 1968 : [exhibition file]

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Paintings by Peter Bell' circulated by the Atlantic Provinces Art Circuit and shown at Dalhousie Art Gallery in February 1968.

Records consists of a draft exhibition pamphlet, correspondence from Evelyn Holmes to Peter Bell, and between Holmes, James Little (Curator, Confederation Art Gallery), and Ian James (Professor, Acadia University), and confirmation of receipt of artworks from Confederation Art Gallery.

15th annual Dalhousie student, staff and alumni award ex[hibition] Mar 12-28/68 : [exhibition file]

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.

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