Carl Anderson papers, 1934-1981, bulk 1938-1981

Collection context

Summary

Creators:
Anderson, Carl
Extent:
2.5 linear feet of papers. 2.3 linear feet of photographs. 1 artwork
Language:
English

Background

Scope and content:

The Carl Anderson papers span the years 1934-1981 (bulk 1938-1981) and encompass 2.5 linear feet of manuscripts, 2.3 linear feet of photographs and 1 artwork. The production files primarily contain plans for sets and locations. The subject files are concerned almost entirely with his professional career as a designer. The photograph series consists of photographic prints and mounted collages of locations, set reference, research and drawings.

Biographical / historical:

Carl S. Anderson was an American art director, twice nominated for an Academy Award in art direction for THE LAST ANGRY MAN (1959) and for LADY SINGS THE BLUES (1972).

Acquisition information:
Gift of Mrs. Dorothy Anderson, 1989
Arrangement:

Arranged in the following series: 1. Production files; 2. Television files; 3. Subject files; 4. Photographs; 5. Graphic Arts.

Rules or conventions:
Finding aid prepared using Describing Archives: a Content Standard

Indexed terms

Subjects:
art directors
Names:
Anderson, Carl , 1903-1989--Archives.

Access and use

Location of this collection:
333 S. La Cienega Blvd
Beverly Hills, CA 90211, US
Contact:
(310) 247-3036 extension 2226