Betty Esman papers

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Betty Esman papers

1936-1979

The scattered papers of painter and collector Betty Esman measure 0.9 linear feet and date from 1936 to 1979. Found are artworks, artist files, biographical material, correspondence, photographs of Esman and others, printed material, and a mixed media scrapbook. Of note are files on Ray Johnson which include mail art addressed to and collected by Esman.

0.9 Linear feet

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SNAC Resource ID: 6718727

Archives of American Art

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