Vincent Burzy

Vincent Burzy was an artist active during a short period from 1935 to 1936, primarily associated with the Index of American Design, a key initiative of the Federal Art Project during the Depression era. Burzy’s contribution involved the detailed documentation and illustration of 15 index of american designs, focusing on historical craft and material culture rather than fine art painting.

The works represented in museum collections confirm a specialization in recording decorative arts, including detailed studies of objects such as Basket, Beadwork, Glass, and a Blown Glass - Pitcher. This meticulous, museum-quality documentation preserves the history of American folk art and design.

Vincent Burzy’s original documentation is maintained in the collections of the National Gallery of Art, establishing the enduring historical significance of their output. Today, many of these historical records are in the public domain, ensuring that these valuable Vincent Burzy prints and studies remain accessible for research and educational purposes.