Takis Efstathiou papers regarding Ynez Johnston, 1954-2004

Collection Information

Size: 0.8 Linear feet

Summary: This small collection of papers of New York City art dealer Takis Efstathiou papers regarding Los Angeles artist Ynez Johnston measure 0.8 linear feet and date from 1954-2004. The papers include correspondence with Johnston and with institutions regarding Johnston's work and career, a few business records from the Ericson Gallery (owned by Efstathiou), printed material about Johnston, and photographic material of Johnston's artwork and of the artist at home, in her studio, and of the exhibition opening organized by Efstathiou at Ericson Gallery in 1979.

Biographical/Historical Note

Takis Efstathiou (1944- ) is a New York City art dealer for the work of Ynez Johnston. He was director of Tchernov Gallery in 1973, and, in 1977, opened the Ericson gallery on 74th Street and Madison Avenue, before becoming a private dealer in 1986 working under the name PTE Fine Arts. Ynez Johnston is a printmaker, painter, sculptor, and instructor who lives and works in Southern California.

Provenance

Donated to the Archives of American Art by Takis Efstathiou in 2016.

Related Materials

Also found in the Archives of American Art are the scattered records of Efstathiou's private art dealing business PTE Fine Arts.

Language Note

Collection is in English