Travel in Mexico, c.1930-1945
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of material from Stefan Hirsch and Elsa Rogo detailing their journeys to Latin America, their professional work as artists and educators, and personal business and correspondence. It includes letters, personal writings, biographical material, speeches, press clippings, and rare publications which document both Rogo and Hirsch’s artistic careers. A significant amount of photographs, negatives, and pictorial memorabilia depict their travels in Latin America. The collection also includes a significant gift of artwork, comprised of sketches, prints, watercolors, and mixed media work by Stefan Hirsch and Elsa Rogo, as well as work by other artists. The collection was processed in conjunction with an exhibition titled "Precisely Not: Works from the Stefan Hirsch and Elsa Rogo Collection". The curatorial files are included as an addition to this collection.
Dates
- Creation: c.1930-1945
Creator
- From the Collection: Hirsch, Stefan (1899-1964) (Person)
- From the Collection: Rogo, Elsa (1901-1996) (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
The materials in this collection are open for research. To access the collection please submit a list of desired materials by completing our Special Collections Request Form or contact the College Archivist. Please allow one business day for us to prepare your items. Materials can be viewed in the Archives & Special Collections Reading Room in Stevenson Library, Room 305. Please contact the College Archivist for further details.
Extent
From the Collection: 10.58 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Bard College Archives & Special Collections Repository
Bard College Archives & Special Collections
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