Architectural graphics & records, [ca. 1900-1971]

Format:

Archive

Manuscript

Author/Creator:

Robbins, George A., 1898-1968.

Contributor:

Bush-Brown, James.

McGoodwin, Robert Rodes, 1886-1967.

Savage, Fred L.

Sellers, Horace Wells, 1857-1933.

Philadelphia Historical Commission.

Private Gardens, Inc.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

ca. items

ca. 1 cubic ft.

Arrangement:

Cataloged by specific architectural project. RLIN visual materials file.

Place of Publication:

[ca. 1900-1971]

Summary:

This record is parent to 67 project level records for works from the office of architect George A. Robbins. Also included are reference drawings from architects James Bush-Brown, Robert Rodes McGoodwin, Fred L. SAvage, Horace Wells Sellers and the firm Private Gardens, Inc. of Newark Del. Manuscripts include specifications, correspondence, contracts & certificates for select projects. Other material received with this collection are photographs, a job book called "G.A.R. Drg. Record", graphics from local carnival designs, and a box of miscellaneous ornamental objects.

Local Notes:

Athenaeum copy: Gift of Mrs. George A. (Eleanor) Robbins,

Finding Aid/Index:

Finding aids to the uncataloged graphics, the photographs, and a partial transcription of the job book, are available in the Archives.