Art
Found in 7 Collections and/or Records:
Animal prints theft collection
This collection consists of circa 700 color prints stolen from the journals (the journal of the British Ornithologists’ Union) and Proceedings of the Zoological Society of London, owned by the Fondren Library. The prints date from 1859-1915 and feature birds, bird eggs, and other animals. Theft correspondence and research dates from 1980-2004 and represents the Fondren Library’s efforts to cooperate with and assist in the Blumberg investigation.
Rice Memorial Center records
These records mainly include information on the construction of the Ley Student Center, renovations of the Rice Memorial Center, and art exhibits.
Rice Public Art records
This collection includes publicity, ephemera, dedication event photos and more, related to works of art on the Rice University campus.
Rice University Art Collection Acquisitions Records
These records contain files related to acquisitions for the Rice University Art Collection. The files contain images, correspondence, and appraisals as well as donor and accession details.
Rice University Art Gallery records
In 1971 Sewall Hall was constructed making space available for a permanent art gallery at Rice University referred to as the Sewall Gallery and later as Rice University Art Gallery. These records reflect the exhibitions held there and related administrative functions.
Rice University Michael Heizer sculpture records
The collection consists of print and photographic materials related to the sculpture 45°, 90°, 180° by Michael Heizer located in the School of Engineering quadrangle on the campus of Rice University. The history of the work is covered from the selection and commissioning of the sculptor to the dedication of the completed work and the exhibition featuring Heizer that accompanied this event.
Rice University Visual and Dramatic Arts department brochures and programs
The collection consists of explanatory materials intended for prospective students, calendars of departmental events, and programs from shows presented in 2007 through 2018.