Collection of Ralph E. Griswold, GWSM, Inc., 1912-1981.

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Collection of Ralph E. Griswold, GWSM, Inc., 1912-1981.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/317493753

The Ralph E. Griswold, GWSM, Inc. collection contains project materials and drawings by Ralph E. Griswold (1894-1981), founder of the GSWM. Inc. landscape architecture firm in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The materials range from 1912 to 1981. Griswold maintained records throughout his life that document his career as a noted landscape architect. In addition, this collection contains materials that illustrate the variety of projects researched and fulfilled by Griswold and his company, GWSM, Inc. There is also material that notes the collaboration of world heritage landscape projects, such as the Agora in Athens and the American Cemetery in Anzio, Italy. The majority of the material was kept in Griswold's original or working order. Types of documentation contained in the collection include research and lecture notes, newspaper clippings, articles, correspondence, diaries, receipts, publications, blueprints, plans, photographic material, and sketches. Series VI (Boxes 34-46) is stored separately, as are the oversize media materials.

30.6 linear ft. ( 73 boxes)

University of Pittsburgh

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SNAC Resource ID: 7324937

University of Pittsburgh

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GWSM, Inc.

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Griswold, Ralph E.

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Ralph E. Griswold began his career as a landscape architect in 1916 after graduating from Cornell University, where he received both his bachelor's and master's degrees in landscape architecture. Following his graduation, Griswold served in World War I as a camouflage officer stationed in France. In 1919, Griswold was a part of Bryant F. Fleming landscape architecture firm in Buffalo, New York. Subsequently, Griswold won the Prix de Rome, a competitive scholarship organized by the Royal Academy ...