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Esdaile (Katharine A.) Papers
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Description
This collection contains the papers of English art historian Katharine Ada Esdaile (1881-1950). Much of the collection relates
to her research of British monumental sculpture. Notably the collection includes more than 600 chiefly pre-World War II visitor
booklets and pamphlets produced locally by British churches and approximately 3500 photographs taken or collected by Esdaile
of sculpture, often funerary monuments in English churches.
Background
British art historian Katharine Ada Esdaile (née McDowall) was born in Sussex, England, on April 23, 1881, to Andrew McDowall
and Ada Benson.
Extent
45 Linear Feet
(101 boxes)
Restrictions
The Huntington Library does not require that researchers request permission to quote from or publish images of this material,
nor does it charge fees for such activities. The responsibility for identifying the copyright holder, if there is one, and
obtaining necessary permissions rests with the researcher.
Availability
Open for use by qualified researchers and by appointment. Please contact Reader Services at the Huntington Library for more
information.