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Gertrude Chase and Everett Shinn relationship, 1910s-1943

 Series

Scope and Contents

Letters and ephemera documenting the romantic relationship between Everett Shinn and Gertrude Chase from their first encounter in 1921 through their divorce in 1932. Includes one additional postcard from Shinn to Chase more than a decade after their divorce. Many of the letters include illustrations by Shinn.

Dates

  • Creation: 1910s-1943

Creator

Access Note

Collection is open for research.

Full Extent

2 Linear Feet (2 containers)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Arrangement

Alphabetical by material type. Within correspondence, materials are ordered chronologically.

Repository Details

Part of the John J. Burns Library Repository

Contact:
John J. Burns Library
Boston College
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill MA 02467 USA
617-552-4861