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Abstract

Proclamation of the Town of Litchfield that Oct. 21, 1984, be designated Anson Dickinson Day, signed by Charles A. Dobos, First Selectman.

Scope and Contents

The Anson Dickinson Sketch Book collection (1951-03-2) is a sketch book containing over seventy sketches. Most of the sketches are of figures in the nude with classical drapery. Some of the sketches are for engravings. Also part of the collection is a letter in which Dickinson describes his views on art and the idea of  a painter.

Content Description This collection is composed of research materials compiled by Mona Dearborn all relating to the miniature portrait artist Anson Dickinson(1779-1852). The materials in the collection are a combination of trade cards, workbooks, and various other documents that confirm the legitimacy of various portraits attributed to Anson Dickinson. The collection is composed of the work Anson Dickinson completed from 1803-1851 the start and end of his career as a portraiture artist. The total collection...

Scope and Contents

Announcement for auction of all items in the mansion, Hillhome, the residence of William Mitchell Van Winkle, Jr. (1913-2004), containing a detailed listing of contents of the mansion, 1939; Anson Dickinson miniatures documentation from the National Portrait Gallery, 1983; Hillhome sales brochures, ads, listing agreement, and related materials, 1984.