Phelps, William E., 1897-1967
type Collector Patron
dates 1897-1967
city Montchanin
stateDE
sex M
history Phelps was an art collector and patron. He resided in the Brandywine Valley between Wilmington, De. and Chadds Ford, Pa. where he and his wife, Mary, became friends with many local artists. He was an early patron of Andrew Wyeth and a close friend of the Wyeth family.
decades1940-1950
1950-1960
1960-1970
updated 02/14/2025 10:12:23
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Archives of American Art
Victor Building, Suite 2200
William E. Phelps papers, 1939-1979. see details...