Broughton (Charles) Papers, 1887-1951

Collection context

Summary

Title:
Charles Broughton papers
Dates:
1887-1951
Creators:
Broughton, Charles, 1864-1945
Abstract:
Correspondence, printed material, and illustrations belonging to artist and illustrator Charles Broughton.
Extent:
1.75 Linear Feet (1 box)
Language:
Materials are in English.
Preferred citation:

[Identification of item]. Charles Broughton papers, The Huntington Library, San Marino, California.

Background

Scope and content:

The collection includes correspondence, manuscripts, and illustrations by Charles Broughton. The majority of the collection consists of copies and originals of illustrations published in various American periodicals including Harper's Weekly, Life Magazine, and The Staten Islander. There is also some material related to Broughton's work with the Art Students' League of New York.

Biographical / historical:

Charles Broughton was a painter and illustrator. He was born in Montreal, Canada, in 1864 and studied art in Toronto and New York City. In 1927, he moved to California, where he began painting landscapes with wildflowers. He died in Los Angeles in April 1945.

Acquisition information:
Gift of Mrs. Ross K. Boore, April 1980.
Processing information:

Processed by Huntington Library staff in the 1980s. In April 2026, Brooke M. Black created a finding aid.

Arrangement:

Arranged alphabetically.

Rules or conventions:
Describing Archives: A Content Standard

About this collection guide

Collection Guide Author:
Brooke M. Black
Date Encoded:
This finding aid was produced using ArchivesSpace on 2026-07-29 12:06:20 -0700 .

Access and use

Restrictions:

Open for use by qualified researchers and by appointment. Please contact Reader Services at the Huntington Library for more information.

Terms of access:

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.

Preferred citation:

[Identification of item]. Charles Broughton papers, The Huntington Library, San Marino, California.

Location of this collection:
1151 Oxford Road
San Marino, CA 91108, US
Contact:
(626) 405-2191