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Anna May Wong, 1937-1996

 Sub-Series

Scope and Contents

The items in this sub-series include recipe books with forewords by Wong, assorted books and periodicals with images and articles about Wong, a portrait of Wong, and a Mexican calendar with an image of a woman based on Wong.

Dates

  • Majority of material found in 1937-1996

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is unrestricted.

Biographical / Historical

Anna May Wong was the first Chinese American movie star, and also the first Asian American actress to gain international recognition. Her long and varied career spanned silent film, sound film, television, stage and radio.

Extent

0.20 Linear Feet (Boxes 8 and 12)

Language of Materials

English

Other Finding Aids

An additional Anna May Wong sub-series has been created under 2017.003, also in Alex Jay Collection.

Repository Details

Part of the Museum of Chinese in America Repository

Contact:
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New York NY 10013 USA