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Fred Ludekens papers , 1932-1973
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Ludekens, Fred, 1900-1982
- Title
- Fred Ludekens papers
- Dates
- 1932-1973 (inclusive)19321973
- Quantity
- 7 linear feet, (3 containers) : 1 manuscript box, and 2 solander cases
- Collection Number
- Ax 779
- Summary
- Fred Ludekens was book, and magazine illustrator, who was also a member of the founding faculty of the Famous Artists School (FAS). The collection (1932-1973) contains correspondence, Ludeken's FAS lesson packet, a manuscript regarding FAS, and numerous illustrations.
- 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.
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- Languages
- English
- Sponsor
- Funding for production of this finding aid was provided through a grant awarded by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC).
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
Correspondence is separated into incoming letters, from 1939-1973, and outgoing letters, from 1932-1970. The folder of outgoing correspondence also contains legal papers. The folder of incoming letters also contains a T.V. narration script, and receipts. There are also individual correspondence files on Lord and Thomas, Saturday Evening Post, and Sports Afield.
The collection contains many illustrations, from small rough sketches and stamps designed by Ludekens, to larger sketches and illustrations, and also magazine covers and tear sheets. There are also books that contains illustrations by Ludekens.
Famous Artist School related material includes the first drafts of eight original lessons, a lesson packet (program notebook) for Ludeken's class, and also a manuscript by Ludeken's regarding the school and his work there.
The collection also contains additional manuscripts by Ludekens, including articles, speeches, and book introductions.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
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| Guide to the Fred Ludekens Papers |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Art--Study and teaching (Continuing education)--United States
- Artists as teachers--United States
- Artists--United States
- Correspondence schools and courses--Connecticut--Westport
- Illustration of books--United States--20th century
- Illustrators--United States
- Magazine illustration--United States--20th century
Personal Names
- Ludekens, Fred, 1900-1982
- Ludekens, Fred, 1900-1982--Correspondence
Corporate Names
- Famous Artists School (Westport, Conn.)--Faculty
- Saturday Evening Post News Bureau
- Sports Afield
Form or Genre Terms
- Correspondence
- Illustrations
- Manuscripts for publication
