Collection: Robert L. Blake Papers, 1940-1988 - Archives & Manuscripts at Duke University Libraries Search Results

Oversized Illustrations of Buildings, 1940-1952

Abstract Or Scope: Contains oversized illustrations of Duke Medical Center and related buildings created by Blake. Materials date from 1940 to 1952.

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Robert L. Blake Papers, 1940-1988 5.3 Linear Feet (1 carton, 3 manuscript boxes, 3 flat boxes, 1 map folder)

Abstract Or Scope: Contains the professional papers of Robert (Bob) L. Blake, Coordinator of the Department of Medical Illustration in the Duke University School of Medicine. Types of materials include pen and ink drawings, pencil sketches, watercolors, illustrations of various sizes, plates, programs, clippings, pamphlets, brochures, cards, photographic materials, and commercially published works. Major subjects include Duke University School of Medicine, Civilian Public Service Unit No. 61, conscientious objectors during World War II, and medical illustration. Materials range in date from 1940 to 1988.

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Hospital entrance, 1940s Box 2

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Service, 1943-1944 Box 3

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Photographs, 1943-1944 Box 3

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CPS workers, folder 1, 1943-1944 Box 4

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CPS workers, folder 2, 1943-1944 Box 4

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CPS workers, folder 3, 1943-1944 Box 4

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CPS workers, folder 4, 1943-1944 Box 4

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CPS workers, folder 5, 1943-1944 Box 4

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CPS workers, folder 6, 1943-1944 Box 4

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CPS workers, folder 7, 1943-1944 Box 4

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CPS workers, folder 8, 1943-1944 Box 4

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CPS workers, folder 9, 1943-1944 Box 4

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CPS workers, folder 10, 1943-1944 Box 4

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CPS workers, folder 11, 1943-1944 Box 4

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Civilian Public Service Unit #61, Illustrations and Photographs, 1943-1944, 1988

Abstract Or Scope: Contains illustrations by Blake, photographs, slides, and a reunion program for the Civilian Public Service Unit #61. Materials date from 1943 to 1944, and 1988.

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Photographic Negatives of Photographs and Illustrations, 1943-1950

Abstract Or Scope: Contains pen and ink illustrations by Blake and photographs of anatomy, campus buildings, Civilian Public Service workers, and Blake. Materials date from 1943 to 1950, or are undated.

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Duke Chapel, 1944 Box 2

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Slides of CPS workers in typical work scenes, with accompanying descriptions, 1944 Box 3

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Personal, 1944, 1945, 1966 Box 1

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Photographs, 1944-1966

Abstract Or Scope: Contains photographs of and pertaining to the personal life of Blake. Materials date from 1944 to 1966.

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"Three Unpublished Drawings: The Anatomy of the Human Ear" book (by Max Brodel), copy 1, 1946 Box 6

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"Three Unpublished Drawings: The Anatomy of the Human Ear" book (by Max Brodel), copy 2, 1946 Box 6

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Accession A2018.018, 1946-1974, undated

Abstract Or Scope: Includes Blake's medical illustrations, printed materials, and a photograph. Materials date from 1946 to 1974, or are undated.

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Perkins Library, 1948 Box 1

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Clock tower, 1948 Box 1

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Woman's College Auditorium, 1948 Box 1

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Larynx, pen and ink/pencil, 1948 Box 2

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Chapel, 1948-1949 Box 2

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Building Illustrations, 1948-1970

Abstract Or Scope: Contains Blake's illustrations for various buildings on Duke University's west campus. Materials date from 1948 to 1970.

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Oversized Anatomical and Medical Illustrations, 1948-1976

Abstract Or Scope: Contains oversized anatomical and medical illustrations done in pencil, pen and ink, and watercolors by Blake. Materials date from 1948 to 1976.

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Duke Hospital, 1950 Box 4

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Oversized Illustrations of People and Hospital Scenes, 1950-1981

Abstract Or Scope: Contains oversized illustrations and pen and ink drawings of patients, medical staff, and medical equipment in a variety of hospital scenes and contexts, created by Blake. Materials date from 1950 to 1981.

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Duke University Medical Center, 1952 Box 2

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News Bulletin lettering, 1953 Box 1

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Designs and Lettering, 1953-1970

Abstract Or Scope: Contains designs and lettering for a news bulletin, certificate, plaque, and an exhibit created by Blake. Materials date from 1953 to 1970.

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Duke Poison Control Center exhibit, layout for 5 panels, 1955 Box 2

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Other Oversized Illustrations and Comics, 1955-1977

Abstract Or Scope: Contains oversized illustrations and comics done mostly in pencil and pen and ink by Blake. Subjects include anatomy, medical students, and the Duke Poison Control Center exhibit. Materials date from 1955 to 1977, or are undated.

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Eye, colored pencil, (1), 1956 Box 1

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Eye, colored pencil, (2), 1956 Box 1

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Anatomical and Medical Illustrations, 1956-1980

Abstract Or Scope: Contains drawings, pencil sketches, plates, and two posters of anatomical and medical illustrations created by Blake. Both posters were originally mounted on poster board and have been disassembled for preservation purposes. Captions of items have been transcribed onto item labels, when applicable. Materials date from 1956 to 1980.

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General clippings, 1959-1981 Box 1

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Clippings and Commercially Published Works, 1959-1981

Abstract Or Scope: Contains clippings, commercially published works, pamphlets, brochures, and cards related to the personal life and career of Blake. Materials date from 1959 to 1981.

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