Αρχείο Saul and Gladys Weinberg

  • Fond of Saul and Gladys Weinberg
Identifier
GR ASCSA GSW 032
Language of Description
English
Dates
1930 - 1980
Level of Description
Fonds
Languages
  • English
Source
EHRI

Extent and Medium

10 boxes

Biographical History

Saul Weinberg (1911–1992) was an American archaeologist educated in architecture and archaeology. He participated in excavations at sites such as Corinth, Crete, Cyprus, Elateia, and Israel. Weinberg taught at the University of Missouri, where he played a pivotal role in revitalizing the Department of Art History and Archaeology. Gladys Davidson Weinberg (1909–2002) was a distinguished archaeologist renowned for her expertise in ancient and medieval glass. She served as assistant curator of ancient art at the Princeton Art Museum, where she met her husband, Saul Weinberg. Later, she held positions at the University of Missouri's Museum of Art and Archaeology, including curator of ancient art and assistant director. Together with Saul, she received the Gold Medal for Distinguished Archaeological Achievement from the Archaeological Institute of America in 1985.

Acquisition

Jane Bier και Gladys Weinberg

Scope and Content

The Saul and Gladys Weinberg Papers encompass manuscripts and printed materials dating from 1930 to 1980. This collection offers insights into the Weinbergs' archaeological endeavors in Greece, particularly in Corinth and Elateia. It includes correspondence, notes, and photographs documenting their research, as well as images capturing Greek archaeological sites and activities of friends and locals during the 1930s. The photographic portion has been digitized and is accessible through the American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA) Photographic Collections. The Saul and Gladys Weinberg Papers are a valuable resource for understanding their contributions to archaeological research and art history in Greece.

Existence and Location of Originals

  • ASCSA

Note(s)

Rules and Conventions

EHRI Guidelines for Description v.1.0