Smith, Sam, 1908-
Person
Found in 73 Collections and/or Records:
Advertisement design for Bioscope Palace , 1970s
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 6
Call Number: MSS 14 , Series I
Scope and Contents:
Preliminary colored drawing of a design for a Bioscope Palace advertisement. It states that the Bioscope Palace is the "home of FINE ENTERTAINMENT for ALL the FAMILY."
Dates:
1970s
Advertisement design for Bioscope Palace, 1970s
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 7
Call Number: MSS 14 , Series I
Scope and Contents:
Drawn in color, advertisement design for Bioscope Theater. "Coming! Don't Miss It! Limited Engagement Hurry!"
Dates:
1970s
Article from the Observer: "Sam's circus", 1977 November 13
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 27
Call Number: MSS 14 , Series IV
Scope and Contents:
Magazine clipping. Includes an image of Smith in his workshop and an image of his boat wood carvings and an assembled set of Fair Fun for All.
Dates:
1977 November 13
Card unaddressed, 1970s
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 55
Call Number: MSS 14 , Series VII
Scope and Contents:
Smith mentions "Eric"--possibly Eric Lister--and a visit by two young Australians. Smith sends his New Year's wishes and an update about the conversion of his loft into a work space.
Dates:
1970s
Fair Fun for All , 1976
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 26
Call Number: MSS 14 , Series IV
Scope and Contents:
"Fair Fun for All, Sam Smith's simple press-out paper steam roundabout and sideshow attractions, all the parts you need to build the Waterloo Gallopers, the Bearded Lady show, Annie Oakley's shooting range, Gipsy Mona's caravan and the candy floss stall." Includes one sheet of instructions. The remaining sheets are perforated and contain the parts for building.
Dates:
1976
Going home
, 1970s
Item — Box: 4, Folder: 7
Call Number: MSS 14 , Series III
Scope and Contents:
The drawing depicts a man in uniform riding a bicycle with a ladder, a sheep, and three dogs. It is stamped in purple ink "Sam Smith, England." The drawing is 1 of 3 samples enclosed with a signed typescript of Trudi, Angela and John Darme with illustrations and colored title page.
Dates:
1970s
Letter of agreement regarding "Biograph Palace" , 1974 June 19
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 9
Call Number: MSS 14 , Series I
Scope and Contents:
Typescript contract stating the basis for an agreement between Sam Smith and Max Wilk, regarding the possible publication of the "Biograph Palace" prototype as a mass-produced toy, book, or both.
Dates:
1974 June 19
Letter to an unidentified recipient, 1970s
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 14
Call Number: MSS 14 , Series II
Scope and Contents:
Letter thanks the recipient for his previous letter and discusses thinking about telescopes in the Prince Albert Room and going to Birmingham to think some more.
Dates:
1970s
Letter to Barbara Wilk , 1972 October 2
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 34
Call Number: MSS 14 , Series VII
Scope and Contents:
Sam Smith tells Barbara that he is working on two commissions and preparing for a lecture in Bournemouth to be called "Art and Laughter."
Dates:
1972 October 2
Letter to Barbara Wilk , 1974 October 28
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 40
Call Number: MSS 14 , Series VII
Scope and Contents:
Discusses personal matters and makes mention of Eric, Lionel, and Frances.
Dates:
1974 October 28
Letter to Barbara Wilk , before 1979
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 50
Call Number: MSS 14 , Series VII
Scope and Contents:
Letter discusses a trip to London once Sam receives word that the model for a "Beauty Queen" is complete and giving a lecture next January in London. He also mentions receiving a letter from a (Lady) Gloria Dale.
Dates:
before 1979
Letter to Barbara Wilk , before 1979
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 16
Call Number: MSS 14 , Series II
Scope and Contents:
The first two paragraphs of the letter discuss health issues. The next two paragraphs discuss the "Telescope project," including a first chapter for a "Telescope theme." Smith adds that there is a drawing of "the place", "drawings of the Captain-loving and Dis-approving--could be a two-faced cut-out," and "a trick drawing--the opening of the water machine as seen through Edward's telescope."
Dates:
before 1979
Letter to Barbara Wilk , 1972 November 8
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 18
Call Number: MSS 14 , Series III
Scope and Contents:
The typescript portion of the letter states that Sam has completed the story of Trudi and Angela, but has not completed the drawings due to a hospitalization. There is also a brief note about completing the full draft of "the telescope story." Along the edge of the letter on the right-hand side Sam writes, in ink, "Elections sadden me because humans are always so much more credulous than I hope."
Dates:
1972 November 8
Letter to Barbara Wilk , 1973 January 23
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 19
Call Number: MSS 14 , Series III
Scope and Contents:
Letter mainly talks about Smith's personal health and that of "Glad's." There is a brief entry stating, "It will be marvellous if anything comes of the Trudi-Angela piece."
Dates:
1973 January 23
Letter to Barbara Wilk, before 1979
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 20
Call Number: MSS 14 , Series III
Scope and Contents:
Smith's letter discusses the contents of an enclosure (not included), which consisted of photocopies of letters that he wrote to a young girl in the hospital. He describes the letters as something that he once did and still does "naturally."
Dates:
before 1979
Letter to Barbara Wilk , 1973 August 21
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 35
Call Number: MSS 14 , Series VII
Scope and Contents:
A personal letter discussing Barbara Wilk's poor health. Also discusses giving a lecture in Edinburgh and a film unit visiting his home to make a television piece of him at work.
Dates:
1973 August 21
Letter to Barbara Wilk , 1974 April 16
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 36
Call Number: MSS 14 , Series VII
Scope and Contents:
Discusses going to Toronto, Canada, for a "gigantic friendly international friendly arty conference," where there will also be an exhibition where some of his pieces will be displayed.
Dates:
1974 April 16
Letter to Eric Lister , 1972 July 7
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 32
Call Number: MSS 14 , Series VII
Scope and Contents:
Letter is addressed to "Eric," who is probably Eric Lister from the Portal Gallery. There are references to him being an acquaintance of Mr. Max (probably Max Wilk) and Mr. S.J.Perelman. Sam Smith is looking for Mr. Max's address so he can send him an invitation to his art show at the Camden Arts Centre in London NW3 6DG.
Dates:
1972 July 7
Letter to Francie Wilk, 1974 July 18
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 38
Call Number: MSS 14 , Series VII
Scope and Contents:
Gives stories about horses, goats and Francie's parents.
Dates:
1974 July 18
Letter to Max and Barbara Wilk , 1975 November 29
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 41
Call Number: MSS 14 , Series VII
Scope and Contents:
Discusses a book, but does not give the title. "The book is marvellous and it's quite extraordinary the way Max's presence can be felt on each page; quite unseen but there, lurking behind the Sheik of Araby and round the corner at the End of the Long Long Trail."
Dates:
1975 November 29