Architecture
Subject
Subject Source: Fast
Scope Note: USED FOR:
Architecture, Western (Western countries)
Building design
Construction
Western architecture (Western countries)
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
John F. Pile Papers
Collection
Identifier: MC-019
Abstract
The John F. Pile Papers consist of the drawings and designs, photography, teaching materials, and writing created by the furniture and interior designer John F. Pile between 1947 and 1998. Pile taught architectural and design history at Pratt Institute for over 50 years and was a frequent lecturer at regional schools. Beginning in 1947, Pile designed furniture and interiors for significant design firms led by individuals like Donald Deskey, Paul McCobb, and George Nelson. In 1963 he started...
Dates:
1895 - 1998; Majority of material found within 1947 - 1998
Found in:
Pratt Institute Archives
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John F. Pile Papers
Records of the School of Art and Design
Collection
Identifier: PI-010
Abstract
The Records of the School of Art and Design illustrate the school’s history within Pratt Institute, from its beginnings in 1888 to its curriculum overhaul in 2014 and re-division into two separate schools in 2015. The records date from 1888 to 2018 and include administrative reports and correspondance, marketing materials, student work, exhibition material, alumni records, and publications.
Dates:
1888 - 2019; Majority of material found within 1940 - 2000