Theodor S. Geisel collection
Description
The Theodore S. Geisel collection contains watercolors, ink drawings, sketches, an advertising figurine, correspondence, a puzzle, greeting card mockups, 'College Humor' magazines and advertising ephemera of illustrator and author Theodore S. Geisel (AKA Dr. Seuss). The collection is heavily weighted towards the early segment of Geisel's career, in particular his role as an illustrator for corporate advertisers, such as Standard Oil and Chilton Pen Co. as well as work for humor magazines. The collection also contains work that Geisel did for the War Department during World War II.
Dates
- 1929 - 2004
Creator
- Geisel, Theodor (Seuss), 1904-1991 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Unrestricted.
Conditions Governing Use
Permission from Dartmouth College required for publication or reproduction.
Extent
8 linear ft. (10 boxes)
1 Digital File(s)
Language of Materials
English
Additional Description
Abstract
Contains watercolors, drawings, sketches, a figurine, correspondence, greeting card mockups, magazines, and advertising ephemera of illustrator and author Theodore S. Geisel (AKA Dr. Seuss.)
Part of the Rauner Library Archives and Manuscripts Repository