Charles S. Wells papers, [ca. 1893]-1955.

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Charles S. Wells papers, [ca. 1893]-1955.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/313862606

Biographical data, business cards, correspondence, photographs, lecture notes, news clippings, and miscellany pertaining to the work of Scottish-born American sculptor and Minneapolis School of Art instructor Charles S. Wells. The papers reflect on the career and work of the Minneapolis sculptor and document his relationship with other sculptors, most notably Augustus Saint-Gaudens and Karl Bitter, his lectures on art history at the Minneapolis School of Art, and his sculptural works.

0.5 cu. ft. (1 box).

Minnesota Historical Society, Division of Archives and Manuscripts

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SNAC Resource ID: 7316474

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