Avard T. Fairbanks collection 1915-1999

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Avard T. Fairbanks collection 1915-1999

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The collection documents the life and work of reknowned artist, Avard T. Fairbanks. Because this collection is unprocessed, please contact the to view these materials. Special Collections manuscript curator

2 boxes; 1 linear feet

eng,

Utah State University. Merrill-Cazier Library. Special Collections and ArchivesManuscript Collection

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SNAC Resource ID: 6623958

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Fairbanks, Avard T. (Avard Tennyson), 1897-1987

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Avard Tennyson Fairbanks (1897-1987) was born to John B. and Lilly Annetta Huish Fairbanks. His artistic talent was recognized around the age of twelve when he created his first sculpture, a rabbit, which he entered in the Utah State Fair. A year later he began to copy sculptures from the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and was awarded scholarships to continue his studies. Fairbanks' obvious talent later took him to the finest art schools in the United States and France. He was commission...