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Design Studies

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Core Databases

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  • Art Full Text
  • Art Index Retrospective
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Subject Guides

  • DS 264/764: Dimensions of Material Culture (Spring 2025)
  • Fashion
  • Finding Art Images
  • Graphic Design
  • Identifying Period Styles for Architecture and Interiors
  • Interior Design
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    Head of Kohler Art Library and Interim Head of Mills Music Library
    ajsimon2@wisc.edu

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