Collections : [George Mason University]

George Mason University

2400 Fenwick Library
Special Collections Research Center
Fenwick Library MS2FL
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA 22030
Primary Collecting Areas:
SCRC collects materials related to George Mason University, Northern Virginia, performing arts, transportation and planning, and photography. SCRC collects oral histories pertaining to Northern Virginia; the Federal Theatre Project; Reston, Virginia; and George Mason University's history. It currently conducts an active oral history program.
Description:
Special Collections Research Center (SCRC) is the unit within the University Libraries charged with acquiring, documenting, preserving, and providing access to primary research collections and documents. SCRC also manages the non-current and archival records of George Mason University, is responsible for the preservation and access to the University's theses and dissertations, and undertakes, through its Oral History program, the creation of audiovisual documentary resources. SCRC services, collections, and programs support the teaching and research activities of George Mason University and also serve the community at large.
POC: Mieko Palazzo
Phone: (703) 993-2220
Fax: (703) 993-2669
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18th and 19th century hand-colored prints of European figures and theatrical costumes

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Seven hand-colored prints of European figures and theatrical costumes from the 18th and 19th century.
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George Mason University

"A New Atlas of the British West Indies" bound volume, 1806

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A bound volume titled "A New Atlas of the British West Indies" containing 11 maps of various 19th century colonized islands in the Caribbean.
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"A New Atlas of the British West Indies" bound volume, 1806 .25 Linear Feet 1 box

George Mason University. Libraries. Special Collections Research Center
A bound volume titled "A New Atlas of the British West Indies" containing 11 maps of various 19th century colonized islands in the Caribbean.
George Mason University

"A View of the Public Fire-Works to be exhibited on Occasion of the General Peace" architectural and instructional engraving, 1749

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"A View of the Public Fire-Works to be exhibited on Occasion of the General Peace" architectural and instructional engraving, created circa 1749. The engraving shows a drawing of the pavilion to be built for the celebratory fireworks performance and its written specifications.
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"A View of the Public Fire-Works to be exhibited on Occasion of the General Peace" architectural and instructional engraving, 1749 .01 Linear Feet 1 item

George Mason University. Libraries. Special Collections Research Center
"A View of the Public Fire-Works to be exhibited on Occasion of the General Peace" architectural and instructional engraving, created circa 1749. The engraving shows a drawing of the pavilion to be built for the celebratory fireworks performance and its written specifications.
George Mason University

Broadus Bailey French Revolution print collection

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Print engravings of the French Revolution by Pierre-Gabriel Berthault (1737-1831). Berthault created the engravings from drawings by Jean-Louis Prieur (1759-1795). These images begin with the Estates General meeting before the Revolution officially begins and continues through until just after King Louis XVI is executed. The images measure approximately 18x24cm to 18x26cm.
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Broadus Bailey French Revolution print collection 1.5 Linear Feet 1 box

Bailey, Broadus
Print engravings of the French Revolution by Pierre-Gabriel Berthault (1737-1831). Berthault created the engravings from drawings by Jean-Louis Prieur (1759-1795). These images begin with the Estates General meeting before the Revolution officially begins and continues through until just after King Louis XVI is executed. The images measure approximately 18x24cm to 18x26cm.
George Mason University

"Chaucers Canterbury Pilgrims" print by J.G. Charlton of 1810 engraving by William Blake

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Printed reproduction of "Chaucers Canterbury Pilgrims" by J.G. Charlton of 1810 engraving by William Blake.
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George Mason University

Engraving of a scene from Act III of "The Beggar's Opera" by William Blake after William Hogarth, 1790

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Engraving of a scene from Act III of "The Beggar's Opera" by William Blake after a painting by William Hogarth, created in 1790.
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George Mason University

European opera singer and actor portrait collection

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A collection of prints and photographs depicting European opera singers and actors from the 18th-20th century.
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European opera singer and actor portrait collection .25 Linear Feet 1 box

George Mason University. Libraries. Special Collections Research Center
A collection of prints and photographs depicting European opera singers and actors from the 18th-20th century.
George Mason University

Nova Virginiae Tabula, or "New Map of Virginia", 1671

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Single-sided hand-colored map of the Chesapeake Bay region titled Nova Virginiae Tabula engraved in Amsterdam by Jacob van Meurs, based on the 1612 map attributed to Captain John Smith.
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Nova Virginiae Tabula, or "New Map of Virginia", 1671 .01 Linear Feet 1 folder

Meurs, Jacob van, 1619-1680
Single-sided hand-colored map of the Chesapeake Bay region titled Nova Virginiae Tabula engraved in Amsterdam by Jacob van Meurs, based on the 1612 map attributed to Captain John Smith.
George Mason University

"Osculetor me osculo oris sui; Canticum, canticorum" engraving by Claes Jansz Visscher, 1610

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Engraving of a group of men looking at King Solomon holding a music manuscript in a court setting, created by Claes Jansz Visscher circa 1610.
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George Mason University

"United States Japan Expedition by Com. M.C. Perry. Vol. II. Maps" bound volume, 1856

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A bound volume titled "United States Japan Expedition by Com. M.C. Perry. Vol. II. Maps" containing 14 fold-out charts and maps printed to accompany a three volume set, written by Francis L. Hawks, recounting Commodore M.C. Perry's expedition to Japan.
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"United States Japan Expedition by Com. M.C. Perry. Vol. II. Maps" bound volume, 1856 .25 Linear Feet 1 box

George Mason University. Libraries. Special Collections Research Center
A bound volume titled "United States Japan Expedition by Com. M.C. Perry. Vol. II. Maps" containing 14 fold-out charts and maps printed to accompany a three volume set, written by Francis L. Hawks, recounting Commodore M.C. Perry's expedition to Japan.

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