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Keye Luke, 1922-1998

 Sub-Series

Scope and Contents

The items in this sub-series include books illustrated by Keye Luke; assorted periodicals with Luke interviews; two pieces of sheet music illustrated by Luke from Melody Shop in Seattle, 1923-1924; and a Chouinard Art Institute Catalogue from 1938 containing a photo of student Keye Luke.

Dates

  • Creation: 1922-1998

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is unrestricted.

Biographical / Historical

Keye Luke was a Chinese American artist and actor. He illustrated children's books and magazines, produced sets and commercial art for movie studios, and acted as Charlie Chan's son in the 1934-1939 series.

Extent

0.33 Linear Feet (Boxes 8 and 12)

Language of Materials

English

Other Finding Aids

An additional Keye Luke sub-series has been created under 2017.003, also in Alex Jay Collection.

Repository Details

Part of the Museum of Chinese in America Repository

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New York NY 10013 USA