John O'Hara Cosgrave papers 1930-1970

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John O'Hara Cosgrave papers 1930-1970

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John O’Hara Cosgrave II (1908-1968) was an artist and a writer. Although best known for his illustrations of sea vessels, Cosgrave’s works are not restricted to the limits of water. The collection includes illustrations, manuscripts, correspondences, acclamations, book dummies and proofs.

12.5 linear feet, 13 containers

eng,

University of Oregon Libraries. Special Collections and University Archives

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SNAC Resource ID: 6377279

University of Oregon Libraries. Special Collections and University Archives

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Cosgrave, Mary Silva

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Cosgrave, John O'Hara, 1908-1968

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John O'Hara Cosgrave II (1908-1968) was born in San Francisco, Calif., the son of Everybody's magazine editor John O"Hara Cosgrave. He attended Marin Junior College and the University of California, and in 1930 began two years of study with artist André Lhote in Paris. On his return to New York, Cosgrave began his career as an author and artist, specializing in writing and illustrating books about boats and ships, for both children and adults. He illustrated books by other authors, including Ro...