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Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library

Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library
P.O. Box 400110
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, Virginia 22904-4110
URL: https://small.library.virginia.edu/

Joseph Azizi, Special Collections Staff

Repository
Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library
Identification
Jefferson Papers
Title
The University of Virginia Jefferson Papers 1732-1898
URL:
https://archives.lib.virginia.edu/ark:/59853/146623
Quantity
14.2 Cubic Feet, 1 legal document box, 1 half-width legal document box, 6 oversize flat boxes, 2 filing cabinets (4 drawers each).
Creator
Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826
Creator
Randolph family
Language
English .

Administrative Information

Conditions Governing Use

Copyright not Evaluated: https://rightsstatements.org/page/CNE/1.0/?language=en

More about Rights and Permissions at UVA: https://www.library.virginia.edu/policies/use-of-materials

Digital reproductions are available:

links to individual pages found under each scanned item in the calendar here: https://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaxtf/view?docId=uva-sc/viu00007.xml;query=;

Architectural Drawings here: https://static.lib.virginia.edu/rmds/nichols/index.html

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research. Users must use microfilm unless prior permission to use originals has been obtained from senior Special Collections staff.

Preferred Citation

Jefferson Papers, The University of Virginia Jefferson Papers, folder title and number [if applicable], manuscript or record group number of original collection [if known], Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Acquired by gift and purchase, 1825-present.

Processing Information

Like the rest of the material in this collection, the Architectural Drawings and other oversized materials are arranged intellectually by dates of creation in the larger Calendar of the Jefferson Papers of the University of Virginia . However, the Architectural Drawings and other oversized materials are physically arranged according to their Nichols (N) number. This resource record was created to reflect that arrangement in order to provide easier access to the Archictural Drawings and other oversized items.

Biographical / Historical

Thomas Jefferson  next hit (1743-1826) was the third president of the United States, born in Goochland (now Albemarle County), Virginia. He was a member of the Virginia House of Burgesses from 1769 to 1775, and with R. H. Lee and Patrick Henry initiated the inter-colonial committee of correspondence in 1773. He wrote the widely circulated Summary View of the Rights of British America in 1774. Jefferson was a member of the Continental Congress in 1775 and 1776, and was chairman of committee that prepared previous hit Declaration of Independence  next hit. Jefferson himself wrote and presented the first draft of Declaration to Congress on July 2, 1776. He then signed Declaration with other founding fathers. Jefferson was Governor of Virginia from 1779 to 1781, and again a member of the Continental Congress from 1783 to 1785. He proposed decimal coinage, a series of provisions later embodied in Ordinance of 1787. He served as U.S. minister to France from 1785 to 1789, and as U.S. Secretary of State from 1790 to 1793. He served as Vice president of the U.S. from 1797 to 1801, and drafted the Kentucky Resolves in 1798, against the Alien and Sedition Acts.

Jefferson was President of the United States from 1801 to 1809, elected by the House of Representatives after a tie in electoral vote (with Aaron Burr, q.v.). His presidential administration is remembered for the purchase of Louisiana from France in 1803 and dispatch of Lewis and Clark to explore it; the war against Algerian pirates from 1801 to 1805; diplomatic trouble with Great Britain over "impressments" of American seamen (Embargo Act of 1807); and prohibition of the importation of slaves.

After retirement from presidency, Jefferson lived on his plantation at Monticello near Charlottesville, Virginia. He was instrumental in founding the University of Virginia in 1819. He was a noted naturalist, scholar, and architect, and author of Notes on the State of Virginia in 1785. Jefferson died 4 July 1826 and is buried at Monticello.

Epithet: actor, son of Joseph Jefferson

SNAC Cooperative. British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000000544.0x00007c. https://snaccooperative.org/view/83449756

Scope and Contents

This collection consisists of letters written by and addressed to previous hit Thomas Jefferson  next hit, as well as architectural plans and studies that were created or endorsed by Jefferson, created by other individuals associated with him, deeds, plats, and maps, some of which pertain to the subjects of the architectural studies, and other miscelleneous materials.

Arrangement

Letters are arranged chronologically. Archtectural drawings, other oversized, and miscelleneous materials are arranged by Nichols (N) number where applicable, and by MSS number otherwise.

Related Material

Other institutions with significant collections of previous hit Thomas Jefferson  next hit and Jefferson family manuscripts:

LIBRARY OF CONGRESS (DLC):

previous hit Thomas Jefferson  next hit Papers, 1606 to 1827

MASSACHUSETTS HISTORICAL SOCIETY (MHI):

Coolidge Collection of previous hit Thomas Jefferson  next hit Manuscripts, Massachusetts Historical Society.

MISSOURI HISTORY MUSEUM (MOSHI):

previous hit Thomas Jefferson  next hit Collection, 1773-1826

HUNTINGTON LIBRARY (CSMH):

previous hit Thomas Jefferson  next hit collection, The Huntington Library, San Marino, California.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF PENNSYLVANIA (PHI):

previous hit Thomas Jefferson  next hit Papers, 1766-1825

AMERICAN PHILOSOPHICAL SOCIETY (PPAMP):

previous hit Thomas Jefferson  next hit papers, 1775-1825, Mss.B.J35

COLLEGE OF WILLIAM AND MARY (VIW):

previous hit Thomas Jefferson  next hit Papers, 1761-1931

NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY (NN):

previous hit Thomas Jefferson  next hit papers, 1766-1826, MssCol 1557

VIRGINIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY (VIHI):

previous hit Thomas Jefferson  next hit Papers, 1780-1826, Mss2 J3595

Subjects and Indexing Terms

  • Architecture--Virginia
  • Jefferson, Thomas
  • Real property -- Virginia
  • University of Virginia

General

This is an artificial collection with multiple accession/manuscript numbers, as well as a variety of implemetned arrangement systems.

Other Finding Aids

Main finding for this collection, A Calendar of The Jefferson Papers of the University of Virginia:

https://ead.lib.virginia.edu/vivaxtf/view?docId=uva-sc/viu00007.xml;query=;

Digital images of the architectural drawings, Nichols Tiffs:

https://static.lib.virginia.edu/rmds/nichols/index.html

Other online catalog, UVA Catalog of Jefferson's Drawings:

http://www2.iath.virginia.edu/wilson/drawings/uvacat.html

Significant Persons Associated With the Collection

  • James Madison
  • Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826
  • Madison, James, 1751-1836
  • Thomas Jefferson
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Significant Places Associated With the Collection

  • Montpellier
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Container List

previous hit Thomas Jefferson  next hit letters
1732-1898English.
  • Mixed Materials [X031579381] folder: 1818 April 20
    James Madison letter to previous hit Thomas Jefferson  next hit
    Madison, James, 1751-1836
    0.03 Cubic Feet
    1818 April 20English.
    Scope and Contents

    Letter from James Madison to previous hit Thomas Jefferson  next hit submitting his first donation for founding the "Central College," which would become the University of Virginia . Docketed in Jefferson's hand on verso, "Madison Ja., Montpellier [missing text on margin] recd M [missing text on margin]"

    Immediate Source of Acquisition

    This collection was purchased from Joel Levin (appraiser) and James Cummins by the Small Special Collections Library at the University of Virginia Library on 10 October 2022.

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previous hit Thomas Jefferson  next hit Architectural Drawings
2.2 Cubic Feet
1732-1898English.
Conditions Governing Access

Users must use microfilm unless prior permission to use originals has been obtained from senior Special Collections staff.

Arrangement

Arranged according to Nichols (N) number system. Each of Jefferson's architectural drawings is listed individually with the corresponding "Nichols number" taken from previous hit Thomas Jefferson's  next hit architectural drawings / compiled and with commentary and a check list by Frederick Doveton Nichols. -- 4th ed. - (Charlottesville : previous hit Thomas Jefferson  next hit Memorial Foundation, 1988, c1995.).

General

To locate specific Architectural drawings in the Calendar of the Jefferson Papers of the University of Virginia, search the page for the item or folder date, Nichols (N) number, or MSS/Acc. number.

Processing Information

Like the rest of the material in this collection, the Architectural Drawings and other oversized materials are arranged intellectually by dates of creation in the larger Calendar of the Jefferson Papers of the University of Virginia. However, the Architectural Drawings and other oversized materials are physically arranged according to their Nichols (N) number. This resource record was created to reflect that arrangement in order to provide easier access to the Archictural Drawings and other oversized items.

Scope and Contents

This series primarily consists of architectural studies on structures found at the University of Virginia, at previous hit Thomas Jefferson's  next hit private properties like Monticello and Poplar Forest, and studies on structures in Richmond, VA. The studies in the collection contain elevations, plans, and sections, most of which include Jefferson's specifications. These architectural drawings were created mainly by previous hit Thomas Jefferson  next hit. Some were created or augmented by John Organ, Dr. William Thorton, James Dinsmore, John Neilson, John Hartwell Cocke (possibly), Robert Mills, and Cornelia J. Randolph.

Conditions Governing Use

Reproduction of N-362 restricted withouth the written permission of the Library of Virginia.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 1
    Inventory of drawings (MSS 171, TB 1516)
    1898-02-09
    Scope and Contents

    Deposited by Wilson Cary Nicholas Randolph with the Proctor of the University of Virginia

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 2
    N 4a (1) - Notes for unidentified house with octagonal dome and temple portico. [MSS 10264]
    circa 1800

    N 4a (1) - Notes for unidentified house with octagonal dome and temple portico. [MSS 10264], circa 1800   
    Scope and Contents

    The remodeling of Monticello is mentioned in the notes. These drawings, however, are not for Monticello, but for a house in town, probably Philadelphia. These drawings were evidently modified and submitted to James Barbour for Barboursville in 1817. 1 item. ink and pencil on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 3
    N 4a (2) - Plans of first and second floors for unidentified house with octagonal dome and temple portico. [MSS 10264]
    circa 1800

    N 4a (2) - Plans of first and second floors for unidentified house with octagonal dome and temple portico. [MSS 10264], circa 1800   
    Scope and Contents

    The remodeling of Monticello is mentioned in the notes. These drawings, however, are not for Monticello, but for a house in town, probably Philadelphia. These drawings were evidently modified and submitted to James Barbour for Barboursville in 1817. 1 item. ink and pencil on coordinate paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 4
    N 4a (3) - Longitudinal section for unidentified house with octagonal dome and temple portico. [MSS 10264]
    circa 1800

    N 4a (3) - Longitudinal section for unidentified house with octagonal dome and temple portico. [MSS 10264], circa 1800   
    Scope and Contents

    The remodeling of Monticello is mentioned in the notes. These drawings, however, are not for Monticello, but for a house in town, probably Philadelphia. These drawings were evidently modified and submitted to James Barbour for Barboursville in 1817. 1 item. ink and pencil on coordinate paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 5
    N 4a (4) - Elevation for unidentified house with octagonal dome and temple portico. [MSS 10264]
    circa 1800

    N 4a (4) - Elevation for unidentified house with octagonal dome and temple portico. [MSS 10264], circa 1800   
    Scope and Contents

    The remodeling of Monticello is mentioned in the notes. These drawings, however, are not for Monticello, but for a house in town, probably Philadelphia. These drawings were evidently modified and submitted to James Barbour for Barboursville in 1817. 1 item. ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 6
    N 46 - Monticello: early version of elevation and first floor draft sketches [MSS 5385-ae, FC 2343]
    1769-1770

    N 46 - Monticello: early version of elevation and first floor draft sketches [MSS 5385-ae, FC 2343], 1769   
    Scope and Contents

    T.J. early free-hand sketch of elevation and plan for Monticello showing porches. 1 item. laid paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750870] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 4 folder: 1
    N 47 - Monticello: unfinished elevation, first version [MSS 9828, FC 2347]
    1771-1772
    Scope and Contents

    Study for final elevation of the first version. 1 item. ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750867] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 1 folder: 1
    N 188 - Monticello: architrave sketch of dining room arches [MSS 171, TB 1516]
    undated

    N 188 - Monticello: architrave sketch of dining room arches [MSS 171, TB 1516], undated   
    Scope and Contents

    Drawing of archiatrave in the Monticello Dining Room. 1 item. ink and pencil on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X004674680] Oversize_Flat_File_Folder: 1
    N 255 - Poplar Forest: survey and floor plan [MSS 564, TB 7]
    1801-1806

    N 255 - Poplar Forest: survey and floor plan [MSS 564, TB 7], 1801   
    Scope and Contents

    Undated plat by T. J. of Poplar Forest tract shows boundaries, roads, existing and proposed buildings; floor plan of house on verso, rooms designated in Anglo-Saxon. 2 pp. (note: see N 269 for missing section). 1 item. ink on paper.

  • N 262 (see N 350)
    Scope and Contents

    Same as N 350

  • N 263 (see N 351)
    Scope and Contents

    Same as N 351

  • Mixed Materials [X031750870] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 4 folder: 2
    N 281/N 282 - President's house; Governor's house, Richmond [MSS 770]
    circa 1780

    N 281/N 282 - President's house; Governor's house, Richmond [MSS 770], circa 1780   
    Scope and Contents

    previous hit Thomas Jefferson's  next hit first floor plans showing rotunda house with wings. Nichols mis-identified the second plan (N 282) as the second floor plan of the governor's house. It is the first floor. 2 items. ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X004670275] folder: 1817 May 9
    N 300 - University of Virginia: description of academical village and sketch [MSS 38-174, TB 1452]
    1817 May 9

    N 300 - University of Virginia: description of academical village and sketch [MSS 38-174, TB 1452], 1817 May 9   
    Scope and Contents

    Letter from previous hit Thomas Jefferson  next hit to Dr. William Thornton describing ideas for the academical village. Contains rough sketch of Jefferson's early idea for the ground plans, showing seven pavilions around an open space with grass and trees. This sketch appears in Jefferson's first letter to Dr. William Thornton regarding the design of the Pavilions in his proposed academical village. 1 item. iron gall ink on plain wove stationary.

  • N 303 (see N 352)
    Scope and Contents

    Same as N 352

  • Mixed Materials [X031750867] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 1 folder: 2
    N 305 - University of Virginia: dormitories, West range, with hotels A & B (Plan #1) [MSS 171, K 1]
    1819

    N 305 - University of Virginia: dormitories, West range, with hotels A & B (Plan #1) [MSS 171, K 1], 1819   
    Scope and Contents

    Second study of Ground plan of West range with dormitories and hotels A and B. The suggestion for making this revised study of the West Range with the Hotels and Dormitories facing away from the Lawn instead of towards the backs of the Pavilions came from Joseph C. Cabell at the Board of Visitors meeting of 29 March 1819. One of three variants. 1 item. iron gall ink and pencil on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750867] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 1 folder: 3
    N 306 - University of Virginia: dormitories, West range, with hotels A & B (Plan #2) [MSS 171, K 2]
    circa 1817-1818

    N 306 - University of Virginia: dormitories, West range, with hotels A & B (Plan #2) [MSS 171, K 2], circa 1817-1818   
    Scope and Contents

    This original study for the West Range shows Jefferson's initial intention to place the West Range directly behind the Pavilions and Dormitories of the Lawn. One of three variants. 1 item. iron gall ink and pencil on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750867] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 1 folder: 4
    N 307 - University of Virginia: lower story of Dorick pavilion [MSS 171, K 3]
    before 1817 October 6

    N 307 - University of Virginia: lower story of Dorick pavilion [MSS 171, K 3], before 1817 October 6   
    Scope and Contents

    These two sheets were once joined. Together they are the studies for Pavilion VII's lower portico. South and west elevations. 2 items. pricking, scoring, and iron gall ink on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X030543689] Oversize_Flat_File_Folder: 2
    N 308 - University of Virginia: general plan - unfinished [MSS 171, K 4]
    1817

    N 308 - University of Virginia: general plan - unfinished [MSS 171, K 4], 1817   
    Scope and Contents

    Earlier study for plan of lawn with rotunda (N 366). 1 item. ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750870] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 4 folder: 3
    N 309 - University of Virginia: early study for pavilion VII [MSS 171, K 5 (K b verso)]
    1817

    N 309 - University of Virginia: early study for pavilion VII [MSS 171, K 5 (K b verso)], 1817   
    Scope and Contents

    This is an early study for Pavilion VII, the first building erected. It shows an elevation of the pavilion with adjacent dormitories and Chinese railings, and plans of the first and second floors. On back is an early study of the Lawn showing nine identical paviliions; the specifications begin: "The walls of the Pavilion are 116 feet running measure." Includes construction notes on verso. 1 item. ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750867] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 1 folder: 5
    N 310 - University of Virginia: pavilions with two-story dormitories [MSS 171, K 6]
    1817

    N 310 - University of Virginia: pavilions with two-story dormitories [MSS 171, K 6], 1817   
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation (front facade) of pavillions with two-story dormitories. Watermarked J. Whatman. Drawn by Dr. William Thornton. In May 1817 Jefferson wrote to Dr. William Thornton describing his plan for the Central College with separate pavilions and a range of dormitories. Thornton responded on June 11 with a two story composition of student rooms and pavilions. 1 item. ink and watercolor on thin wove paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750867] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 1 folder: 6
    N 311 - University of Virginia: Pavilion VII, West Doric Palladio [MSS 171, K 19]
    circa 1817

    N 311 - University of Virginia: Pavilion VII, West Doric Palladio [MSS 171, K 19], circa 1817   
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation and three plans of Pavilion VII's front facade and floor plans and specifications for the building. The plan of the Pavilion measures 34 feet wide by 26 feet deep, precisely the dimensions that Jefferson used on his study for a typical Pavilion for Central Colllege. Cornerstone laid October 6, 1817. 1 item. pricking, scoring, iron gall ink, and india ink on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 8
    N 315 - University of Virginia: detail of serpentine walls [MSS 1871-a, TB 2338, FC 2966]
    circa 1817-1822
    Scope and Contents

    Plan and comparative study for garden walls. While decorative, the walls are not particularly strong. 1 item. pricking and iron gall ink on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750867] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 1 folder: 7
    N 316 - University of Virginia: Pavilion III, West Corinthian Palladio [MSS 171, K 15]
    1818

    N 316 - University of Virginia: Pavilion III, West Corinthian Palladio [MSS 171, K 15], 1818   
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation of Pavilion III's front facade and floor plans and specifications for the building, one with alternate flap. Specifications on verso. On this revised study for Pavilion III, Jefferson has included a basement floor plan and has shifted the elevation to the side of the first floor plan instead of above it. 1 item. pricking, scoring, iron gall ink, and india ink on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 9
    N 317/318 - University of Virginia: notes and specifications book [MSS 38-163, TB 1518]
    1819 July 18

    N 317/318 - University of Virginia: notes and specifications book [MSS 38-163, TB 1518], 1819 July 18   
    Scope and Contents

    Pocket memorandum book containing initial specifications, ink drawings, and other data used and compiled by T. J. while directing the construction of the University of Virginia (Central College until 1819). Description of proposed buildings, style of architecture, measurements, materials to be used, and the amount of brick or stone required. Includes notes for the rotunda planetarium. 23 item. iron gall ink on wove paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750867] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 1 folder: 8
    N 321 - University of Virginia: Pavilion II, Eastern range. Ionic of Fortuna Virilus [MSS 171, K 14]
    1819
    Scope and Contents

    Drawing of an elevation and three floor plans for Pavillion II with specifications on verso. On the first floor is the large schoolroom, and on the second floor are the professor's three rooms. On June 5, 1819, Jefferson wrote that he was about to begin the drawings for the pavilion on the east. 1 item. pricking, scoring, iron gall ink, and india ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 10
    N 322 - University of Virginia: Pavilion IV, Doric of Albano [MSS 171, K 16, TB 1516]
    1819
    Scope and Contents

    Drawing of an elevation and three plans for Pavillion IV with specifications on verso. 1 item. pricking, scoring, iron gall ink, and india ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 11
    N 324 - University of Virginia: Pavilion VI, East [MSS 171, K 18, TB 1516]
    1819
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation and three plans. Specifications on back. Porticos on the first and second floor plans are erased. 1 item. pricking, scoring, iron gall ink and india ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 12
    N 325 - University of Virginia: Pavilion VIII, East, Corinthian, Diocletian's baths [MSS 171, K 20, TB 1516]
    1819
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation and three plans. Specifications on back. Jefferson's notes continue to call this a "lodge." 1 item. iron gall ink on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750867] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 1 folder: 9
    N 326 - University of Virginia: Pavilion X, East [MSS 171, K 22]
    1819
    Scope and Contents

    Elevations and three plans. Shows location of Franklin stoves. Specifications on back. 1 item. ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750867] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 1 folder: 10
    N 326a - University of Virginia: Pavilion X, East [MSS 6944, FC 2967]
    1819
    Scope and Contents

    Same as N 326, but without the Franklin stoves or specifications. Formerly incorrectly attributed to Cornelia Jefferson Randolph. Thomas S. Ridgeway statement on verso identifies as T. J.'s work. This is the only carpenter's copy of a University of Virginia building known to have survived the building process. 1 item. pricking and iron gall ink on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 13
    N 327 - University of Virginia: survey of Rotunda, East street, West street [MSS 2938-a, TB 1516]
    after 1817
    Scope and Contents

    Survey of University site showing Rotunda, East street, and West street. In folder with other fragments: financial figures; dimensions for "Perry's Houses"; cost per acres; forms; the Rotunda in relation to the road; and a plat of land with area. 7 items. ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750868] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 2 folder: 1
    N 328 - University of Virginia: "library", elevation of the Rotunda [MSS 171, K 8]
    1819
    Scope and Contents

    Southern elevation of Rotunda. The exterior is based upon the Pantheon in Rome at one-half scale. Construction began in 1823. 1 item. ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750868] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 2 folder: 2
    N 329 - University of Virginia: "library", section of the Rotunda [MSS 171, K 9]
    1819
    Scope and Contents

    Lateral section of Rotunda. On same sheet with N 328. 1 item. ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 14
    N 330 - University of Virginia: Rotunda, first floor plan [MSS 171, K 10, TB 1516]
    1823 June 16
    Scope and Contents

    Flat exterior buttress walls on the north and south ends of the building, and a hexastyle portico on the south end. Specifications on back. Construction began in 1823. 1 item. ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 15
    N 331 - University of Virginia: Rotunda, dome room [MSS 171, K 11, TB 1516]
    before 1823
    Scope and Contents

    Plan of dome room with specifications on back, beginning: "Rotunda, reduced to the proportions of the Pantheon and accomodated to the purposes of a Library for the University with rooms for drawing, music, examinations and other accessory purposes." Construction began in 1823. 1 item. ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 16
    N 332 - University of Virginia: Rotunda, additional notes for the library [MSS 171, K 12, TB 1516]
    1824
    Scope and Contents

    Jefferson's notes and drawing for framing the dome. On verso: small framing diagram for library dome. 1 item. pricking, iron gall ink on plain wove paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 17
    N 333 - University of Virginia: Rotunda, fragment of a study for a plan [MSS 171, Ki, TB 1516]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Incomplete drawing showing window openings and a fireplace in a circular format. 1 item. ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 18
    N 335 - University of Virginia: Perspective of Lawn and Ranges [MSS 171, K 7, TB 1516]
    circa 1820
    Scope and Contents

    Bird's-eye view of lawn and ranges w/out Rotunda, in parallel perspective. This drawing has been attributed to previous hit Thomas Jefferson  next hit and his granddaughter, Cornelia Jefferson Randolph, but there is no conclusive proof that either one of them is its author. 1 item. pencil and watercolor on heavy cold-pressed paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 19
    N 337 - University of Virginia:Pavilion VIII [MSS 171, K-Pl. 1]
    1820
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation and plan. Inked, shaded, and tinted by John Neilson. 1 item. india ink, watercolor, pencil on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 20
    N 338 - University of Virginia: Hotel A [MSS 171, K-Pl. 2]
    1820
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation and plan. Inked, shaded, and tinted by John Neilson. According to Professor Richard Guy Wilson of the University of Virginia, this is a first floor plan and east elevation of Hotel B (labeled as Hotel A). 1 item. pricking, india ink, and watercolor on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 21
    N 339 - University of Virginia: Hotel B [MSS 171, K-Pl. 3]
    1820
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation and plan. Inked, shaded, and tinted by John Neilson. According to Professor Richard Guy Wilson of the University of Virginia, this is a first floor plan and north elevation of Hotel A (labeled as Hotel B). 1 item. india ink and watercolor on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 22
    N 340 - University of Virginia: Hotel C [MSS 171, K-Pl. 4]
    1820
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation and plan. Inked, shaded, and tinted by John Neilson. According to Professor Richard Guy Wilson of the University of Virginia, this is a drawing of dining Hotel D (labeled as Hotel C). 1 item. india ink and watercolor on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 23
    N 341 - University of Virginia: Hotel D [MSS 171, K-Pl. 5]
    1820
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation and plan. Inked, shaded, and tinted by John Neilson. According to Professor Richard Guy Wilson of the University of Virginia, this is a drawing of Hotel C (labeled as Hotel D). 1 item. india ink and watercolor on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 24
    N 342 - University of Virginia: Hotel E [MSS 171, K-Pl. 6]
    1820
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation and plan. Inked, shaded, and tinted by John Neilson. According to Professor Richard Guy Wilson of the University of Virginia, this is a drawing of Hotel F (labeled as Hotel E). 1 item. india ink, watercolor, pencil on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 25
    N 343 - University of Virginia: Hotel F [MSS 171, K-Pl. 7]
    1820
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation and plan. Inked, shaded, and tinted by John Neilson. According to Professor Richard Guy Wilson of the University of Virginia, this is a drawing of Hotel E (labeled as Hotel F). 1 item. india ink and watercolor on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750868] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 2 folder: 3
    N 344 - University of Virginia: Pavilion I [MSS 171, K-Pl. 8]
    1820
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation and plan. Inked, shaded and tinted by John Neilson. 1 item. india ink and pencil on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 26
    N 345 - University of Virginia: Pavilion II [MSS 171, TB 1516, K-Pl. 9]
    1820
    Scope and Contents

    West elevation and first floor plan. Inked, shaded and tinted by John Neilson. 1 item. india ink and watercolor on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 27
    N 346 - University of Virginia: Pavilion IV [MSS 171, TB 1516, K-Pl. 10]
    1820
    Scope and Contents

    Pavilion IV East facade and plan. Inked, shaded and tinted by John Neilson. 1 item. india ink and watercolor on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 28
    N 347 - University of Virginia: Pavilions I and II [MSS 171, TB 1516, K-Pl. 11]
    1820
    Scope and Contents

    Second floor plans. Inked, shaded and tinted by John Neilson. 1 item. india ink and watercolor on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 29
    N 348 - University of Virginia: Pavilion V [MSS 171, TB 1516, K-Pl. 12]
    1820
    Scope and Contents

    East facade elevation and plan. Inked, shaded and tinted by John Neilson. Neilson has represented the parapet as a series of dies and panels which Jefferson did not indicate on N-356. 1 item. india ink and watercolor on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 30
    N 349 - University of Virginia: Pavilion VI [MSS 171, TB 1516, K-Pl. 13]
    1820
    Scope and Contents

    West front facade elevation and plan. Inked, shaded and tinted by John Neilson. 1 item. india ink and watercolor on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750868] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 2 folder: 4
    N 350 (same as N 262) - Poplar Forest: plan [MSS 171, K-Pl. 14]
    1820
    Scope and Contents

    First floor plan of Jefferson's octagonal retreat in Bedford County. Inked, shaded and tinted by John Neilson. The design was probably drawn by Cornelia J. Randolph or John Neilson, and based on William Kent's edition of Inigo Jones, Vol. II, Plate 17. This is one of Jefferson's most successful designs. 1 item. india ink on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750868] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 2 folder: 5
    N 351 (same as N 263) - Poplar Forest: garden elevation [MSS 171, K-Pl. 15]
    1820
    Scope and Contents

    South façade garden elevation of Poplar Forest probably drawn by Cornelia J. Randolph or John Neilson. 1 item. india ink and watercolor on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 31
    N 351a - Bremo: elevation and plan - plan [MSS 7298]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Plan of Bremo, Fluvanna county, Virginia by John Neilson. This is the principal story of General Cocke's house. 1 item. india ink and watercolor on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750868] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 2 folder: 6
    N 351b - Bremo: elevation and plan - elevation [MSS 7298]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation of Bremo, Fluvanna county, Virginia by John Neilson. This is the North front of General Cocke's house. 1 item. india ink and watercolor on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 32
    N 352 (same as N 303) - University of Virginia: studies for pavilios [MSS 171, TB 1516, K 212, K-Pl. 16]
    1817
    Scope and Contents

    Doric and Corinthian Pavilion Facade Studies by William Thornton. 1 item. pencil and wash on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 33
    N 353 - University of Virginia: pavilion X [MSS 171, TB 1516, K-Pl. 17]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation. West facade of Pavilion X. Possibly by John Neilson. The drawing style is consistent with the confirmed Neilson drawings. 1 item. india ink, watercollor, and white ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750870] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 4 folder: 4
    N 354 - University of Virginia: rotunda, pavilions IX & X [MSS 2332]
    1823 February
    Scope and Contents

    South elevation of Rotunda with South elevations of pavilions IX & X. Probably drawn by John Neilson. Previously attributed to Cornelia Jefferson Randolph. 1 item. ink with tinted washes on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750868] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 2 folder: 7
    N 355 - University of Virginia: pavilion I [MSS 171, K 13]
    before 1822
    Scope and Contents

    East elevation and three floor plans of "No. 1 Pav. West". Specifications on back. 1 item. pricking, scoring, iron gall ink on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750868] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 2 folder: 8
    N 356 - University of Virginia: pavilion V [MSS 171, K 17]
    before 1821
    Scope and Contents

    East elevation and three plans of "Pavilion No. V. W. Palladio's Ionic Order, with Modilions." Specifications on back. Construction finished in 1821. 1 item. pricking, scoring, iron gall ink on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750868] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 2 folder: 9
    N 357 - University of Virginia: pavilion IX [MSS 171, K 21]
    before 1821
    Scope and Contents

    East elevation and three plans of "Pavilion No. IX We. Ionic of the temple of Fortuna Virilis". This elevation contains the only example of a Jefferson drawing of a slate roof. It is also the only example of Jefferosn's use of a semicircular niche and pedimented windows on a Pavilion. "Latrobe" in Jefferson's writing, upper right. Specifications on back. The entrance motif is a favorite of Ledoux', whose work Jefferson had admired in Paris. Building completed 1821, as Jefferson wrote on September 30 of that year. 1 item. pricking, scoring, iron gall ink on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 34
    N 358 - University of Virginia: hotel C [MSS 171, TB 1516, K 23]
    before 1822
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation and three plans of "C. Hotel. Ionic Dentil." Construction completed in 1822. 1 item.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 35
    N 359 - University of Virginia: hotel B West [MSS 171, TB 1516, K 24]
    before 1822
    Scope and Contents

    Unfinished studies for plan and elevation of "Hotel B. West." Construction completed in 1822. 1 item.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 36
    N 360 - University of Virginia: hotel B East [MSS 171, TB 1516, K 25]
    before 1822
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation and two plans, with detail of arched window set in cornice. Specifications on back headed: "Hotel A. East. One story with a flat roof and Chinese parapet." Construction completed in 1822. 1 item.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 37
    N 361 - University of Virginia: hotel C West [MSS 171, K 26]
    before 1822
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation and two plans of Jefferson's "Hotel C. West. Proctor's". The first floor plan on this sheet is copied from N-301. One story. Specifications on back. Construction completed in 1822. 1 item. iron gall ink and pencil on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750868] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 2 folder: 10
    N 362 - University of Virginia: hotel D East [MSS 171, K 27]
    before 1822
    Scope and Contents

    Jefferson's elevation and plan of "Hotel D. East". One story. Specifications on back. Construction completed in 1822. 1 item. pricking, iron gall ink, and pencil on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 38
    N 363 - University of Virginia: hotel F East [MSS 171, TB 1516, K 28]
    1820-05
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation and three plans of front facade and a dining hall. Two stories. Specifications on back. Construction completed in 1822. 1 item. ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750869] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 3 folder: 1
    N 364 - University of Virginia: clinical amphitheater, or "anotomical theater" [MSS 171]
    1825
    Scope and Contents

    Study of first floor plans. 1 item. pricking, iron gall ink, and pencil on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750869] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 3 folder: 2
    N 365 - University of Virginia: clinical amphitheater, or "anotomical theater" [MSS 171]
    1825
    Scope and Contents

    Study of first and second floor plans, east elevation and section. Jefferson designed this building at the request of Dr. Robley Dunglison, the Univesity's first medical professor, and Jefferson's personal physician. Completed in 1826. 1 item. pricking, scoring, iron-gall ink, and pencil on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750869] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 3 folder: 3
    N 366 - University of Virginia: plan of lawn with rotunda [MSS 171, K 29]
    1819 March 3 - 1819 March 19
    Scope and Contents

    Study for Lawn with pavilions and rotunda. N-306 was cut from this piece to permit substitutions. 1 item. pricking, scoring, iron-gall ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750870] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 4 folder: 5
    N 367 - University of Virginia: dormitories [MSS 171, K 31]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation and section of dormitories. Section through lawn colonnade and a dormitory room. 1 item. pricking, scoring, iron-gall ink on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750869] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 3 folder: 4
    N 368 - University of Virginia: gymnasium arcade [MSS 171, K 32]
    1824 April 26
    Scope and Contents

    South elevation by John Neilson. 1 item. india ink, watercolor, pencil on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750869] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 3 folder: 5
    N 369 - University of Virginia: West range [MSS 171, K-a]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Third study or variant for West range. Gardens, hotels, dormitories, and serpentine walls. 1 item. iron gall ink on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 39
    N 370 - University of Virginia: "Railing of Terrasses" [MSS 171, TB 1516, K-d]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Section of rails. 1 item. ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 40
    N 371 - University of Virginia: rotunda clock [MSS 171, TB 1516, K g]
    1818
    Scope and Contents

    Plan of a clock for the rotunda. 1 item. ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750870] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 4 folder: 6
    N 372 - University of Virginia: Tuscan order for colonnade [MSS 171, K-h]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Study and elevation of a Tuscan column that includes the capital, shaft, and base of the order. 1 item. iron gall ink on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 41
    N 373 - University of Virginia: note regarding the dimensions of the University [MSS 171, TB 1516, K-p]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    James Dinsmore's Measurements of Dormitories and Pavilions. Includes Jefferson's further notes. 1 item. ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750869] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 3 folder: 6
    N 374 - University of Virginia: dormitory study [RG-1/3/3.761]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Dormitory study with elevation and plans of three floors with eight rooms to each floor. Probably studies for University of Virginia, but not by Jefferson. Possibly by General John Hartwell Cocke; see his letter of May 3, 1819, to Jefferson. 1 item. pencil, india Ink and gray wash on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 42
    N 375 - University of Virginia: dormitory elevations [RG-1/3/3.761, TB 1516 b]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation of two-story dormitory with wings. Elevation of one-story dormitory. Two first-floor plans and one second-floor plan. Possibly another study for N 374. 1 item. ink and wash on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 43
    N 376 - University of Virginia: "Plan C" dormitory [RG-1/3/3.761, TB 2336 a]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Elevation and two floor plans for two-story dormitory. This sheet contains a study for a two story Dormitory block. The ground floor contains twelve rooms for the students, and the upper floor contains two large spaces separated by a central passage containing stairs. Possibly another study for N 374. 1 item. pencil, india ink, and wash on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750869] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 3 folder: 7
    N 377 - University of Virginia: dormitory [RG-1/3/3.761]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Study for dormitory. Ground plan and elevation. Elevation shows arches on first floor and wood columns above. This study depicts alternate plans for a two story single pile vs. a one story double pile range of Dormitories. There is also a large dining hall at the left end of the range, as evidenced by what appear to be two long tables in the upper plan. Above the plans is a larger scale elevation of one of the two story blocks of Dormitories showing an arcade on the ground floor and a series of posts above. Possibly another study for N 374. 1 item. pencil, india ink, and iron gaul ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750870] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 4 folder: 7
    N 378 - Possibly University of Virginia: fragment; page of map symbols [RG-1/3/3.761]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Two unrelated pages. One is a page from a book of map symbols and the other is an old drawing in poor shape, which may not be a drawing by Jefferson. Possibly Architrave. 2 items.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 44
    N 380 - University of Virginia: floor plan - study for observatory [MSS 171, TB 1516, K f]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Floor plan. The Observatory plan study has alcove beds. The geometric plan consists of four octagonal rooms surround a cross-shaped central passage, with two recessed loggias, a trapezoidal vestibule, and a projecting loggia. 1 item. pencil on graph paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 45
    N 381 - University of Virginia: [study for] observatory [MSS 171, TB 1516, K e]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Floor plan with specifications on back. 1 item. ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750870] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 4 folder: 8
    N 382 (see N 384) - University of Virginia: study for engraving of ground plan (copies) [MSS 3313]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Two photostats of a manuscript ground plan of the University, possibly that from which Maverick made his 1822 engraving, olus three enlarged copies. The drawing shows the first floor of the Rotunda with three oval rooms, and wings containing eight rooms each. The overlay shows the plan of the Dome Room. 5 items. Facsimiles.

    Conditions Governing Use

    Reproduction restricted withouth the written permission of the Library of Virginia.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750870] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 4 folder: 9
    N 384 (N 382) - University of Virginia: facsimile of Maverick's 1822 plan [MSS 3586]
    1923
    Scope and Contents

    Four copies of 1923 facsimile of Peter Maverick's 1822 plan of the University of Virginia. Design sources for pavilions written in ink by Ellen Randolph Coolidge. 4 items.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750870] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 4 folder: 10
    N 385 - University of Virginia: facsimiles of Maverick's 1825 plan [MSS 6552]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Drawn by John Neilson. Peter Maverick's 1825 plan showing plan of rotunda dome room. This version of the Maverick engraving shows the first floor of the Rotunda with the plan of the Dome Room as an overlay. Each of the two Gymnasia wings contains eight rooms, each of which is shown to have its own fireplace and door. 5 items.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750870] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 4 folder: 11
    N 390 - Washington, D.C.: US Capitol, south wing [MSS 5385-ap]
    circa 1800
    Scope and Contents

    Plan of south wing of capitol. Not executed by Jefferson. 1 item. ink and watercolor on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 46
    N 409 - Study for rotunda-plan house [MSS 770, TB 2336 c]
    1800-1803
    Scope and Contents

    Rough draft and specifications for rotunda-style floor plan. Probably for the president's house in Washington, D.C. Notes on verso. 1 item. pencil and ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750869] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 3 folder: 8
    N 410 - Studies for a rotunda-plan house [MSS 770]
    1792 or earlier
    Scope and Contents

    Rough draft for rotunda-style floor plans. Probably for the president's house in Washington, D.C. 1 item. pencil on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 47
    N 412 - Rotunda-style house [MSS 861, TB 2336 e]
    1803
    Scope and Contents

    Plan of a rotunda style house by Robert Mills. Probably the President's house in Washington, D.C. 1 item. ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 48
    N 413 - Rotunda house [MSS 861, TB 2336 e]
    1803
    Scope and Contents

    Section of a rotunda house. Probably the President's house in Washington, D.C. 1 item.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750869] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 3 folder: 9
    N 435 - Church with Tuscan portico [MSS 14942]
    circa 1820-1824
    Scope and Contents

    Front and side elevation with floor plan and balcony plan of a church by John Neilson. Created for previous hit Thomas Jefferson  next hit to submit to Rev. Hatch for the design of Christ Episcopal Church, Charlottesville. 1 item. ink and watercolor on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 49
    N 465 - Unidentified house [MSS 6225, FC 2593]
    circa 1800
    Scope and Contents

    Plan (sketch) of a house with portico and dependencies. Addressed on verso to T. J., Albemarle. 1 item.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 50
    N 496 - Octaganol building [MSS 5533, FC 3140]
    circa 1789-1794
    Scope and Contents

    Plan of building with four porticos in the form of a Greek cross, with a framing plan (Probably a development of N-490). possibly a retreat. 1 item. photostatic copy of original.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750869] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 3 folder: 10
    N 497 - "A Garden Seat by Mr. Jones from Chamber's Kew" [MSS 171]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Plan and section of a garden seat. Writing not by Jefferson, perhaps John Neilson. A study of rendering. 1 item. ink on paper.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 51
    N 502 - Tuscan column and base [MSS 171, TB 1516, K o]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Possibly a study by Robert Mills to teach Cornelia J. Randolph rendering. 1 item. rendered in wash.

  • Mixed Materials [X004670048] folder: 1777 August 15
    N 537 - Porticoed bilding, electrostatic copy of Charles Lewis, Jr. letter dated August 15, 1777 written possibly to previous hit Thomas Jefferson [MSS 9828-a]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Rough plan of porticoed building with four octagonal rooms arranged about a square. On verso of letter, 1777 August 15 from Charles S. Lewis, Jr. May be related to N-496. 1 item.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750866] box: 1 folder: 52
    N 562 - Monticello: rough sketch of outline of house and dependencies [MSS 9828]
    undated
    Scope and Contents

    Authenticated in unidentified hand. 1 item.

  • Mixed Materials [X031750869] Flat_Box: Oversize Box 3 folder: 11
    N 563 - Monticello: two sketches of a plan showing locations of furnishings and works of art [MSS 5385-ac]
    after 1826 July
    Scope and Contents

    By Cornelia J. Randolph. 2 items.

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