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Clare Turlay Newberry papers , 1910-1969
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Newberry, Clare Turlay, 1903-
- Title
- Clare Turlay Newberry papers
- Dates
- 1910-1969 (inclusive)19101969
- Quantity
- 1.5 linear feet, (3 containers)
- Collection Number
- Ax 681
- Summary
- Collection comprises literary manuscripts and book illustrations by American artist Clare Newberry, including 242 original drawings, sketches and illustrations; three book dummies; and scrapbooks from childhood and early school days.
- Repository
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University of Oregon Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives
UO Libraries--SCUA
1299 University of Oregon
Eugene OR
97403-1299
Telephone: 5413463068
spcarref@uoregon.edu - Access Restrictions
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Collection is open to the public. Collection must be used in Special Collections and University Archives Reading Room. Collection or parts of collection may be stored offsite. Please contact Special Collections and University Archives in advance of your visit to allow for transportation time.
- Additional Reference Guides
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See the Current Collection Guide for detailed description and requesting options.
- Languages
- English
- Sponsor
- Funding for encoding this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Historical NoteReturn to Top
American artist and illustrator Clare Turlay Newberry was born in Enterprise, Oregon and educated at the University of Oregon, the California School of Fine Arts, and La Grande Chaumiere, Paris. Until 1934, she did portrait work almost exclusively; thereafter she produced books and portfolios about cats, for children.
Source: Contemporary Authors Online, Gale, 2002.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
Collection includes 242 original drawings, sketches and illustrations, three book dummies, and scrapbooks from childhood and early school days.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
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| Guide to the Clare Turlay Newberry Papers |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Cats--Juvenile literature
- Cats--Pictorial works
- Children's literature, American
- Illustrated children's books--United States
- Illustration of books--United States--20th century
- Women authors, American--20th century
- Women illustrators--United States
Personal Names
- Newberry, Clare Turlay, 1903-
Form or Genre Terms
- Book illustrations
- Scrapbooks
