Jordan Massee collection of Isadora Duncan material, 1877-1999

Collection context

Summary

Creator:
Massee, Jordan
Date:
1877-1999
Extent:
9.25 Linear Feet 8 boxes
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

Jordan Massee collection of Isadora Duncan material, ms3081, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, University of Georgia Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection consists of papers, book excerpts, clippings, events, organizations, and photographs relating to Isadora Duncan. There is biographical material, dance studies, artistic evaluation, and other tangential dance subjects that relate back to Duncan's work. The collection also follows the Isadorables and 3rd generation Duncan dancers like Lori Belilove. Jordan Massee's correspondence within this collection mainly consists of him seeking more information related to Isadora Duncan.

Biographical / historical:

Isadora Duncan (1877-1927) is widely considered to have been the creator of modern dance. Jordan Massee has collected information documenting her to create this collection.

Access and use restrictions

Preferred citation:

Jordan Massee collection of Isadora Duncan material, ms3081, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, University of Georgia Libraries.