Edward Epstean papers, 1923-1942.

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Edward Epstean papers, 1923-1942.

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This material is chiefly letters concerning the acquisition of books on photography, book lists, dealers' bills, and correspondence relating to Mr. Epstean's gifts of photographic books, etc. to Columbia University and the Library of Congress. There are five boxes of pictures (photographic portraits) of Epstean and other individuals. Also, the typescript of Epstean's translation of Josef Eder's HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPHY and the galley proofs with Epstean's handwritten corrections; and three loose leaf binders containing reprints and typescripts of articles and speeches by Epstean, and letters of congratulation to him on his receiving several awards.

8 boxes.

Columbia University in the City of New York, Columbia University Libraries

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Columbia University in the City of New York, Columbia University Libraries

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Pioneer in photoengraving and a collector of literature on photography. From the description of Edward Epstean papers, 1923-1942. (Columbia University In the City of New York). WorldCat record id: 493895921 ...

Eder, Josef Maria, 1855-1944

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