Frances Laughlin Wadsworth Papers, 1944-1968.

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Frances Laughlin Wadsworth Papers, 1944-1968.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/16751673

Traces development of monuments for various prominent persons from concept through historical research, sketches, measurements, casting and photographing; (includes "The Safe Arrival" and the monument to Gallaudet); includes correspondence with her agent Martha Holmberg.

2 boxes : ill. ; 39 x 26 x 12 cm. or smaller.

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Connecticut Historical Society

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SNAC Resource ID: 6913599

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