Collection Information
Size: 3.8 Linear feet
Summary: The Hilaire Hiler papers measure 3.8 linear feet and date from circa 1898-1969. They illustrate his career through biographical materials, correspondence, writings, personal business records, printed material, and artwork.
Biographical/Historical Note
Hilaire Hiler (1898-1966) was a mural painter, designer, decorator, and writer who worked mainly in New York and Paris.
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Provenance
Papers were donated 1967-1968 by Hilaire Hiler.
Related Materials
The archives also hold three articles by Hiler: "The Aquatic Park Murals", November 5, 1938; "Color in Architecture", and "An Approach to Mural Decoration" as well as a letter from Hiler to Joe Allen, State Supervisor, Federal Art Project, San Francisco and an announcement of a seminar on color directed by Hiler.
Language Note
English .
Funding Note
The processing of this collection received Federal support from the Smithsonian Collections Care and Preservation Fund, administered by the National Collections Program and the Smithsonian Collections Advisory Committee.
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