Stephanie Ashley
Scope and Contents
The papers of sculptor and painter Edgar W. Bowlin date from circa 1956-circa 1961 and measure 0.01 linear feet. Papers include a list of Bowlin's sculptures and biographical notes; and a draft of a speech delivered by Bowlin on October 12, 1956 at the unveiling of his statue of Andrew Johnson, a program for the dedication of a statue, and remarks by Bowlin from July 1961. Also found are two pages of a guest register of signatures with comments on Bowlin's sculpture, Pleased Boy; four photographs of Bowlin with his work and with family; and printed material including news clippings about Bowlin and his work.
Language
English
Immediate Source of Acquisition
The collection was donated in 1961 by Edgar W. Bowlin.
Funding
Sponsor
Funding for the processing and digitization of this collection was provided by the Terra Foundation for American Art.
Processing Information
The collection was microfilmed on reel 2787 after receipt. The collection was processed and a finding aid prepared by Stephanie Ashley in 2023 and was digitized in 2023 with funding provided by the Terra Foundation for American Art.