Vincenzo Celli papers, 1936-1982.

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Vincenzo Celli papers, 1936-1982.

This collections contains correspondence, scrapbooks, studio photographs, and various personal items of choreographer Vincenzo Celli. A few items in the collection appear to have been created by Celli's wife, Marion Ivell. Of note are photographs of Celli and his pupil, Katherine Rutgers, taken during the planning and performance of his piece Religion of the Dance.

1.63 linear feet (6 boxes)

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SNAC Resource ID: 8117416

New York Public Library System, NYPL

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