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Abbott family Civil War letters, 1856-1864.

Title: Abbott family Civil War letters, 1856-1864.

Letters from three brothers of the Abbott family, sent to members of their family primarily during the American Civil War.

ArchivalResource: 2 boxes (1 linear ft.)

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Trustees of the Public Library of the City of Boston. Trustees Records: McKim Building Art and Architecture Papers, 1859-1965 (bulk 1888-1895).

Title: Trustees Records: McKim Building Art and Architecture Papers, 1859-1965 (bulk 1888-1895).

This collection documents the planning, design, and installation of the art work that is located in the McKim Building of the Boston Public Library. In particular, the creation of and the controversies surrounding the murals by John Singer Sargent and Edwin Austin Abbey are documented. Other subjects include Frederick MacMonnies' sculptures "Bacchante" and "Anne Hutchinson", and the influence Augustus Saint-Gaudens had on the building's conception. In addition to the history of the art work, also documented this collection documents the plans for the architectural details, such as the design of the courtyard, the exterior inscriptions, and the bronze doors created by Daniel Chester French. Moreover, details concerning the day-to-day construction work, including building schedules, installation of heating and plumbing systems, fire proofing, material delivery, and cost estimates are recounted. Records include contracts, reports, drawings, photographs, brochures, petitions, invoices, and newspaper clippings.

ArchivalResource: 7 manuscript boxes 2.5 cubic feet, 1 oversize box, 1 map drawer.

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