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Archives related to: Harding, George F., 1868-1939.
| title | Arms and armor in the Art Institute of Chicago |
| repository | Internet Archive |
| description | "The Art Institute of Chicago's George F. Harding Collection of arms and armor is one of the most popular exhibits in the museum, as well as one of the greatest collections of arms and armor in North America. Now, for the first time, these renowned treasures are presented in this handsome volume celebrating the richness of a lost art." "This book is a visual delight, with numerous examples of full and half armors, finely etched helmets, firearms with carved ivory stocks, back- and breastplates with gilded figures, and other exotic items all reproduced in full color. Additionally , paintings by such artists as Rembrandt and Ingres, along with drawings, woodcuts, and engravings, accompany these beautiful images to illustrate the many uses of arms and armor in medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque Europe." "Written by arms and armor specialist Walter J. Karcheski, Jr., the text delves into a world where feudalism and the institution of knighthood prevailed and where arms and armor played a crucial role. Karcheski traces the development and craftsmanship of these magnificent suits and weapons throughout the centuries and discusses the armor developed for use in battle as well as that made specifically for tournaments, hunting, and pageantry. Additionally, he explores the craftsmen's guilds and the production and decoration of armor."--BOOK JACKET Includes glossary Includes bibliographical references |
| extent | 128 pages : 30 cm |
| formats | Electronic Resource |
| access | n/a |
| record link | https://archive.org/details/armsarmorinartin0000karc |
| finding aid | n/a |
| acquisition information | n/a |
| updated | 02/14/2025 10:07:53 |
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| title | [George F. Harding at train station] |
| repository | Chicago History Museum |
| description | Informal portrait of George F. Harding standing with four women and a man on the steps of a passenger train car in a railroad station in Chicago, Illinois. An African American railroad employee is standing on the ground in the foreground. Text on image reads: Geo. Harding and party to Europe. |
| extent | 1 negative : b&w, glass ; 4 x 5 in. |
| access | Restriction: Original negatives are fragile and not available to researchers. Please consult the on-line image instead.The online images are supplied for reference purposes only. All other uses are restricted. To acquire copies, including improved copies, or permission for use, please contact Chicago History Museum, Rights and Reproductions Department, 1601 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614. |
| record link | https://explore.chicagocollections.org/image/chicagohistory/71/125qt10/ |
| finding aid | n/a |
| acquisition information | n/a |
| updated | 02/14/2025 10:07:54 |
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| title | Papers of Roscoe Conkling Simmons, 1875-1951 |
| repository | Harvard University Archives |
| description | Roscoe Conkling Simmons (born 1878 or 1881, died 1951) was an African-American orator, civic leader, journalist, and politician. He was an active member of the Republican party, a much sought-after public speaker, an advisor to three American presidents, and a journalist in Chicago during the first half of the 20th century. The Papers of Roscoe Conkling Simmons are a rich source for historical information not only on Roscoe Conkling Simmons' public role and life, but on American politics and life of during the first half of the 20th century, particularly regarding political activism and social networks of African-Americans. This collection has a photograph of George F. Harding standing, wearing straw boater hat and holding cigar, 1920s? |
| extent | 35 cubic feet |
| access | Permission is required for access to this collection. Contact the Harvard University Archives for details. |
| record link | https://hollisarchives.lib.harvard.edu/repositories/4/archival_objects/2152011 |
| record source | https://hollisarchives.lib.harvard.edu/repositories/4/archival_objects/2152011 |
| finding aid | https://hollisarchives.lib.harvard.edu/repositories/4/resources/6797/collection_organization |
| acquisition information | n/a |
| updated | 02/14/2025 10:07:54 |
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| title | George F. Harding photograph collection [graphic]. |
| repository | Chicago History Museum |
| description | Photographs and photomechanical reproductions showing Chicago businessman and politician George F. Harding and friends. Harding was known for his collecting of historical artifacts, which were displayed in his home and later in the George F. Harding Museum (Chicago, Ill.). |
| extent | 23 photographic prints and photomechanical reproductions. |
| access | This collection has been assessed for access and can be requested except for noted restrictions. Researchers using this collection will need to sign the Access to Unprocessed Collections form. |
| record link | https://chhiso.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/public/search/detailnonmodal/ent:$002f$002fSD_ILS$002f0$002fSD_ILS:222952/ada?qu=george+f.+harding&d=ent%3A%2F%2FSD_ILS%2F0%2FSD_ILS%3A222952%7EILS%7E0&h=8 |
| finding aid | n/a |
| acquisition information | Gift of Art Institute of Chicago (1988.0373) |
| updated | 02/14/2025 10:07:54 |
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| title | Miscellaneous pamphlets, etc. |
| repository | Chicago History Museum |
| description | Miscellaneous pamphlets created by the George Harding Museum. |
| extent | 1 folder |
| access | n/a |
| record link | https://chhiso.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/public/search/detailnonmodal/ent:$002f$002fSD_ILS$002f0$002fSD_ILS:190138/ada?qu=george+f.+harding&d=ent%3A%2F%2FSD_ILS%2F0%2FSD_ILS%3A190138%7EILS%7E11&h=8 |
| finding aid | n/a |
| acquisition information | n/a |
| updated | 02/14/2025 10:07:54 |
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