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John O'Hara Cosgrave papers , 1930-1970
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Cosgrave, John O'Hara, II, 1908-1968
- Title
- John O'Hara Cosgrave papers
- Dates
- 1930-1970 (inclusive)19301968
- Quantity
- 12.5 linear feet, (13 containers)
- Collection Number
- Ax 718
- Summary
- John O'Hara Cosgrave II (1908-1968) was an artist and a writer. Although best known for his illustrations of sea vessels, Cosgrave's works are not restricted to the limits of water. The collection includes illustrations, manuscripts, correspondences, acclamations, book dummies and proofs.
- 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
John O'Hara Cosgrave II (October 10, 1908-May 11, 1968) was born in San Francisco. He attended the University of California, and studied for two years in Paris in 1930. Upon the expiration of his term in the army (drafted in 1943), Cosgrave became a graphics designer for the United Nations' founding. Throughout his life, he has always shown a very strong love for the sea, and all things connected; this can be widely seen across his works. Cosgrave died in Falmouth, Massachusetts.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The collection contains a wide variety of the artist's works. The contents show an overall process of the work that goes into creating an illustrated book. The sketchbooks, book drafts, and original illustrations are the highlight of this collection.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
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| Guide to the John O'Hara Cosgrave Papers |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Artists--United States
- Authors, American--20th century
- Children's literature, American--Authorship
- Christmas cards--Specimens
- Illustration of books--United States--20th century
- Illustrators--United States
- Sailing ships in art
Personal Names
- Cosgrave, John O'Hara, II, 1908-1968
- Cosgrave, John O'Hara, II, 1908-1968
- Cosgrave, John O'Hara, II, 1908-1968
- Cosgrave, Mary S. (Mary Silva)
Form or Genre Terms
- Book illustrations
- Book jackets
- Correspondence
- Manuscripts for publication
- Sketchbooks
