Collected papers on Benjamin West's Penn's Treaty
Abstract
This collection contains typed copies, photocopies, and some original papers of Benjamin West, regarding his painting, Penn's Treaty with the Indians, and relating to various business matters.
Dates
- Creation: 1776-1817
Creator
- West, Benjamin, 1738-1820 (Person)
Restrictions on Access
This collection is available for research use.
Biographical / Historical
Benjamin West was a historical painter best known for his work, William Penn's Treaty with the Indians. He was born in 1738 in Pennsylvania, the son of John and Sarah West who had been birthright members of the Society of Friends before their marriage. He spent most of his life in Europe before his death in 1820.
Extent
.1 Linear Feet (.1 linear feet (11 folders.))
Language
English
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Source of acquisition--Julia S. Newman. Method of acquisition--Purchased; Date of acquisition--1963.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Source of acquisition--Benjamnin West Society. Method of acquisition--Loaned by; Date of acquisition--1941.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Source of acquisition--Dr. Robert Walker. Method of acquisition--Gift of; Date of acquisition--1968.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Source of acquisition--Alex McCready. Method of acquisition--Gift of; Date of acquisition--1972.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Source of acquisition--Swarthmore College Library. Method of acquisition--Gift of; Date of acquisition--1963.
Subject
- West, Benjamin, 1738-1820 (Person)
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
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