Natalie Clifford Barney papers, 1919-1957 (bulk 1949-1952).

0.42 linear feet (1 box) + 1 broadside.

French; English

Chiefly in French; some material in English.

Purchased from Elysium Press on the George B. Alvord Fund, 2013.

Organized into two series: I. Correspondence, 1919-1957. II. Other Papers, 1921-1952.

This material is open for research.

Natalie Clifford Barney (1876-1972) was an American author whose salon in Paris, while serving as a gathering point for writers in general, aimed to promote the writings of women.

Correspondence and other papers relating to Barney's involvement with the Prix Renée Vivien and other matters. Correspondents include Daisy Fellowes, George-Day, Armand Godoy, Myriam Harry, Jean Massin, Henry de Montherlant, Marie de Regnier (Gérard d'Houville), Angèle Vannier, and Louise de Vilmorin. Other papers include autograph manuscript notes, drafts (or copies) of writings by Barney, France Lambert, and Catherine Pozzi, documents relating to the Prix Renée Vivien, and photographs. There is one black-and-white photograph of an unidentified event with Barney and Colette, among others, and several photographs of portraits of women by Romaine Brooks.

Archives or Manuscripts / Images

July 21, 2014

Natalie Clifford Barney Papers. Yale Collection of American Literature, Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library.

Natalie Clifford Barney Papers. Yale Collection of American Literature, Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library.

Photographic prints.

Authors France 20th century.