Papers and Addenda of Grace Nicholson, 1784-1975 (bulk 1900-1951).

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Papers and Addenda of Grace Nicholson, 1784-1975 (bulk 1900-1951).

This collection consists of two distinct sections: the Grace Nicholson papers (2,926 pieces) and addenda (1,444 pieces). The papers are primarily correspondence, while the addenda is primarily notes. Both relate to Grace Nicholson (d. 1948) and her work in the fields of Native American and Asian art.

4,370 pieces.30 boxes.9 oversize folders.3 scrapbooks.1 roll.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6687815

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