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Henry Grace and Michael L. Grace collection

 Collection — Item: Acc2010.013
Identifier: Coll2014-042
Abstract Photograph albums, biographical information, a painting, and other material from Hollywood set decorator, Henry Grace; as well as writings, publicity materials, and videotapes (VHS) from his nephew, Michael L. Grace. The bulk of the collection is Henry's photograph albums, circa 1942-1986, that document his travels throughout Mexico, social gatherings, costume parties, and art works he collected or used as inspiration for his set designs. The videotapes (VHS) collected by Michael are...
Dates: 1942 - 2009

McElmurry and Larrinaga family papers

 Collection
Identifier: 7122
Abstract A collection of family papers documenting two generations of the McElmurry and Larrinaga family. Mario Larrinaga immigrated from Mexico to Los Angeles and--in collaboration with his brother Juan Larrinaga--worked as a designer, art director, and painter of set backgrounds in Hollywood, working at RKO Pictures, Universal, and other major film studios. Larrinaga is most recognized for painting the set backgrounds for the original King Kong (1933) film. After...
Dates: 1920 - 2005