A Guide to the Hollis H. Holbrook Papers
Finding aid prepared by Dept. Staff
University of Florida Smathers Libraries - Special and Area Studies Collections
March 2005
Descriptive Summary |
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| Provenance: | Holbrook, Hollis H., 1909- | |
| Title: | Hollis H. Holbrook Papers | |
| Dates: | 1968-1984 | |
| Abstract: | Correspondence, a manuscript for an unpublished book, and other writings by Holbrook. | |
| Extent: | 0.2 linear feet. (1 Box) | |
| Identification: | Manuscript Collection 17 | |
Biographical/Historical Note
Hollis H. Holbrook was a faculty member of the Art Department and its first chair. Holbrook was a native of Natuck, Massachusetts and graduated from the Massachusetts School of Art in 1934 and the Yale School of Fine Arts in 1936. He came to Florida in 1938 and retired in 1978. Holbrook's work included both paintings and sculpture. He completed several murals, as well, including the mural in the second floor reading room of the Smathers Library.
Scope and Content
Holbrook's papers include correspondence, a manuscript for an unpublished book, and other writings.
Access or Use Restrictions
Access
Collection is open for research.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
[Identification of item], Hollis H. Holbrook Papers, Special and Area Studies Collections, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida.
Selected Subjects and Access Points |
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| The following terms have been used to index the description of this collection in the Library's online catalog: | ||
| Organizations: | ||
| University of Florida. Dept. of Art -- History. | ||
| Subject Terms: | ||
| Mural painting and decoration, American -- 20th century. | ||
For further information, please contact: Special Collections Access Services.
