Series 3: Design Work, 1899-1954
Series
Scope and Contents note
This series follows an ordering of his own work drawn up by Ransom. It includes sketches, drawings, layouts, proofs and final print products created by Ransom at his own press or on commission for clients. Copies of publications not gifted by the Ransom estate were acquired from Dawson’s Bookshop (Los Angeles) in 1955. Related correspondence and some miscellaneous items are also filed here.
Dates
- Creation: 1899-1954
Creator
- From the Collection: Ransom, Will (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
The Will Ransom papers are open for research in the Special Collections Reading Room; 1 box at a time (Priority III).
Arrangement note
Arranged chronologically.
Repository Details
Part of the The Newberry Library - Modern Manuscripts and Archives Repository
Contact:
60 West Walton Street
Chicago Illinois 60610 United States
312-255-3512
reference@newberry.org
60 West Walton Street
Chicago Illinois 60610 United States
312-255-3512
reference@newberry.org