Robert Riggs sketch books

Overview of the Collection

Creator

Riggs, Robert, 1896-1970

Title

Robert Riggs sketch books

Dates

1933-1935 (inclusive)

Quantity

0.5 linear feet

Collection Number

Ax 554

Summary

Robert Riggs was born in Decatur, Ill. He was trained at the Art Students League and the Academic Julien, Paris. He is noted for his lithographs and watercolors. The sketchbooks were the basis for his lithographs of circus and sporting scenes, and of a children's hospital ward.

Repository

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

Collection is open to the public.

Collection must be used in Special Collections & University Archives Reading Room.

Additional Reference Guides

See the Current Collection Guide for detailed description and requesting options.

Languages

English

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Historical Note

Robert Riggs was born in Decatur, Illinois. He was trained at the Art Students League and the Academic Julien, Paris. He is noted for his lithographs and watercolors.

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