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Series VI. Watercolors, 1906-1962

 Series
Identifier: Series VI.

Scope and Content Note

This series is partially processed. It contains watercolor paintings of plant specimens, primarily detailed studies of flowers, foliage, and fruits. Most items are approximately 5.5 by 6.5 inches in size. The paintings are labeled with plant name, date, artist's initials, and may include source information or additional remarks. Some paintings also have handwritten annotations about the color or physical features of the plant. The items in this series are arranged by the first letter of their scientific plant names. Interfiled with the paintings are printed images from catalogs, postcards, and other publications, and these are grouped with the paintings by subject.

A database containing scanned images of the watercolor paintings is being developed for this series.

Dates

  • Creation: 1906-1962

Conditions Governing Access

The condition of the collection materials varies, with some in good condition while others are quite fragile. The glass and film negatives in Series II require preservation treatment and are currently unavailable for research use. There are no restrictions on the rest of the materials.

Contact Special Collections for access.

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Repository Details

Part of the National Agricultural Library Special Collections Repository

https://www.nal.usda.gov/collections/special-collections
Contact:
National Agricultural Library
10301 Baltimore Avenue
Room 309
Beltsville Maryland 20705 USA
301-504-5876