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A. S. Alexander drawings

 Collection — Folder: 1-8
Identifier: MC-00-108

Content Description

The collection primarily contains pencil drawings of light fixtures and decorative elements by A.S. Alexander, most of which are on tissue. There are also several photographs and photostats, primarily of light fixtures, as well Mr. Alexander's 1904 architectural drawing certificate from Drexel and two 1918 letters by Charles F. Kinsman, president of Sterling Bronze, concerning a work trip by Mr. Alexander to Chicago.

Dates

  • 1904-1939, undated

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research use.

Biographical Note

A.S. Alexander completed a two-session course in architectural drawing from the Drexel Institute's Department of Evening Courses in 1904. He later worked for the Sterling Bronze Co. of New York, NY, designing light fixtures such as sconces and chandeliers.

Extent

0.2 Cubic Feet (7 oversize folders, 1 letter-size folder)

Language of Materials

English

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Donated by Gaye Pardo, 2022.

Creator

Source

Title
A. S. Alexander drawings
Status
Basic Completed
Author
Matthew Lyons
Date
2022
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Drexel University Archives Repository

Contact:
W. W. Hagerty Library
3300 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104 United States
215.895.6706
215.895.2070 (Fax)