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David Spohn Papers

 Collection
Identifier: CLRC-2191

Scope and Contents

The collection contains original artwork, typescripts, contracts, and dummies for four titles written and illustrated by David Spohn.

Dates

  • Creation: 1989-1997, undated

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Open for use in the Elmer L. Andersen Library reading room.

Conditions Governing Use

This collection may be protected by the Copyright Law of the United States (Title 17, U.S. Code). It is the user's responsibility to verify copyright ownership and to obtain all necessary permissions prior to the reproduction, publication, or other use of any portion of these materials. Researchers may quote from the collection under the fair use provision of the copyright law.

Biographical Sketch

David Spohn was born in 1948 and grew up in Chicago. In addition to his work as a children's book creator, Spohn has worked as a printmaker, art director, and book designer. He currently lives in Minnesota and primarily focuses his time on fine art prints. His work can be found at www.quarryroadpress.com.

Extent

1 Cubic Feet (1 hollinger box, 1 flat art box)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

The David Spohn papers contain production material and illustrations from four books by David Spohn.

Arrangement

Collection guide arranged alphabetically by title, with miscellaneous material at the end.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Gift of David Spohn

Title
David Spohn Papers, 1989-1997, undated
Status
Completed
Author
Caitlin Marineau
Date
August 2016
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Revision Statements

  • June 2020: Description updated by Caitlin Marineau.

Collecting Area Details

Contact The Children's Literature Research Collections Collecting Area

Contact:
Suite 113, Elmer L. Andersen Library