Marx (Robert 'Bob') Collection, ca. late 1950s to early 1960s

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Summary

Title:
Robert 'Bob' Marx Collection
Dates:
ca. late 1950s to early 1960s
Creators:
Marx, Robert 'Bob' Marval Construction Company
Abstract:
Robert 'Bob' Marx (1930-2023, son of Marx Brothers, Gummo Marx) who was a building contractor in the Coachella Valley. His firm was Marval Construction Company (1957-1964) and he partnered with architect designer Val Powelson. The Marval name combines the owners (Marx and Val). Marval/Marx designed and built many custom high-end homes in the Rancho Mirage Tamarisk area. Several of their buildings are now listed on the Register of Historic Places in Rancho Mirage including the Leo Maranz and Gummo Marx residences as well as Da Vaal Estates.
Extent:
1 linear foot (1 storage box)
Language:
Preferred citation:

Robert 'Bob' Marx Collection. Palm Springs Art Museum

Background

Scope and content:

Contain one series – Photographs/Transparencies.

Acquisition information:
Donated by Mrs. Gilda Marx.

About this collection guide

Collection Guide Author:
Finding aid created by Palm Springs Art Museum staff.
Date Prepared:
ca. late 1950s to early 1960s
Date Encoded:
This finding aid was produced using Record Express for OAC5 on July 14, 2025, 2:54 p.m.

Access and use

Restrictions:

The collection is open to qualified researchers by appointment only.

Preferred citation:

Robert 'Bob' Marx Collection. Palm Springs Art Museum

Location of this collection:
101 Museum Dr.
Palm Springs, CA 92263, US
Contact:
Website