Chris Jorgensen Collection
1885-1973
Title: Chris Jorgensen Collection
Dates: 1885-1973
Collection Number: GC 1202
Creator/Collector:
Extent: (Boxes: 1 legal; 2 ov)
Repository:
Seaver Center for Western History Research, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
Abstract: Clippings, biographical material, correspondence, 1901-1973. Artwork includes watercolors and sketches by Jorgensen, Virgil
Williams, and others, 1885-1915, undated. The works by Jorgensen reflect the places he resided and traveled, include California,
Italy and Mexico. 1885-1973, undated
Language of Material: English
Research is by appointment only
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Chris Jorgensen Collection. Seaver Center for Western History Research, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
Biography/Administrative History
Jorgensen (1860-1935) was a Norwegian-born California artist. He painted scenes of the California missions.
Scope and Content of Collection
Clippings, biographical material, correspondence, 1901-1973. Artwork includes watercolors and sketches by Jorgensen, Virgil
Williams, and others, 1885-1915, undated. The works by Jorgensen reflect the places he resided and traveled, include California,
Italy and Mexico. 1885-1973, undated