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Weiss, Edward H. print view role Collector dates 1901-1984 city Chicago state IL sex M historical notes Edward H. Weiss was a Chicago artist and chairman of the adverting agency Edward H. Weiss & Company (formerly known as Weiss and Geller; later known as Lee King and Partners). He was especially well-known for his portrait paintings of famous people. Weiss received a degree in sociology from the University of Chicago and later studied at the Art Institute of Chicago. Weiss began his career in advertising in the 1920s and retired in 1981. He was also an art collector and active in numerous organizations, including the Art Institute of Chicago, the Museum of Contemporary Art, and the University of Chicago. updated 02/14/2025 10:12:27 bibliographic search Search Frick Art Reference Library Catalog Search Photoarchive Search Worldcat Archives/Repository Collection Title Collection Details Chicago History Museum Research Center Edward H. Weiss papers [manuscript], 1949-1985, bulk 1960-1985. see details... «  back