Karsavina, Tamara, 1940? - 1960?

File — Box: 4, Folder: 8

Scope and contents note

From the Collection:

Documenting part of the career of playwright, poet, and novelist Mercedes de Acosta (1893-1968), the Mercedes de Acosta Papers consist of letters written to her, a few manuscript plays written by her, her address books, some published works in her possession, and some photographs. Comprising 4 boxes (1.0 linear feet), the material dates from 1920-1975.

Highlights of the collection include three typed manuscript plays written by de Acosta titled "The Dark Light" (undated), "Jehanne D'Arc" (1925), and "The Moon Flower" (1920) as well as a series of her address books documenting her acquaintances. Also of interest are a number of published workes on Hindu philosophy, many of which pertain to the spirtual leader Ramana Maharshi (1879-1950).

Dates

1940? - 1960?

Collection-level access restrictions

Most manuscripts collections at the Georgetown University Booth Family Center for Special Collections are open to researchers; however, restrictions may apply to some collections. Collections stored off site require a minimum of three days for retrieval. For use of all manuscripts collections, researchers are advised to contact the Booth Family Center for Special Collections in advance of any visit.

Extent

From the Collection: 1 Linear Feet (4 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Container Summary

2 black/white photographs and 3 color photographs. Mercedes de Acosta is in at least one photograph. Tamara Karsavina appears in several. "Poppy" Kirk is in at least one. One of the photos is dated 1960.