John Avila papers
Collection
Identifier: Wing-Modern-MS-Avila
Abstract
Calligraphic works, both sketches and final pieces, created by self-taught Chicago-based calligrapher John Avila. Avila was active in the Chicago Calligraphy Collective, serving as its president for six years. Collection also includes a few calligraphic tools and some photographs of Avila.
Dates
- Creation: 1991-2011
Creator
- Avila, John, 1947-2013 (Person)
Language
Materials are in English.
Conditions Governing Access
This material is unprocessed but open for research. No appointment is necessary.
Extent
2.4 Linear Feet (1 oversize box)
Location
4a 27 9
- Title
- John Avila papers, 1991-2011
- Status
- Unprocessed
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
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