Donna M. Wilson Collection of Brazilian Slides by John S. Stiles, Jr., ca. 1954-1956

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Summary

Creators:
Stiles, John S.
Abstract:
Collection of color photographic slides that feature the travels of John S. Stiles Jr. from circa 1954 to 1956. The focus of his work documents his tour of Brazil as an agent for the United States Department of Agriculture. The collection also includes images from his travels to Peru, the eastern United States and Canada.
Extent:
1500 slides in 1 binder.

Background

Scope and content:

Collection consists of color photographic slides that feature the travels of John S. Stiles Jr. from circa 1954 to 1956. The focus of his work documents his tour of Brazil as an agent for the United States Department of Agriculture. The collection also includes images from his travels to Peru, the eastern United States and Canada. This collection provides a unique perspective of an American's interests in Brazilian culture. Much of the imagery of Brazil present the culture, landscape and agriculture, with a particular interest in local methods, technology, flora and fauna. Several other highlights include coastal and interior traditions such as: Carnaval, ferias (markets), jangadas (wooden boats), and fazendas (plantations).

Biographical / historical:

John S. Stiles Jr. was an employee of the United States Department of Agriculture. He enjoyed photography which he incorporated into his work and travels for the government agency.

Acquisition information:
Donna Wilson, niece of John S. Stiles, Jr., donated this collection on March 1, 2007.
Arrangement:

The collection was arranged so that the box number within the finding aid corresponds to the "file number" of the slide sheet. This collection consists of 65 slides sheets, which hold 20 images per sheet.

Physical location:
Stored off-site at SRLF. Advance notice is required for access to the collection. Please contact the UCLA Library, Department of Special Collections Reference Desk for paging information.
Rules or conventions:
Finding aid prepared using Describing Archives: a Content Standard

Access and use

Location of this collection:
A1713 Charles E. Young Research Library
Box 951575
Los Angeles, CA 90095-1575, US
Contact:
(310) 825-4988
AskLSC@library.ucla.edu
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