Chris Jorgensen Collection

1885-1973

Descriptive Summary

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

Access

Research is by appointment only

Publication Rights

Permission to publish, quote or reproduce must be secured from the repository and the copyright holder

Preferred Citation

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