Donald A. Shelley, 1954

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Artifact Overview

Donald A. Shelley earned advanced degrees in art history from Harvard and New York University. He became fine arts curator at the Edison Institute -- today's The Henry Ford -- in 1952, and two years later he was appointed executive director. Shelley's academic training and outlook helped professionalize the organization. He led the Edison Institute until 1976.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Photographic print

Date Made

1954

Subject Date

1954

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

EI.1929.P.B.9046

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Gelatin silver process

Color

Black-and-white (Colors)

Dimensions

Height: 10 in
Width: 8.125 in