Essays

Over the years, many scholars have studied Mathias J. Alten's life and work. This collection of published writing helps to dive deeper into Alten's traveling, painting style, and more.

Mathias Alten's Grander Vision

Assistant Professor, Frederick Meijer Honors College

Researching Alten: A Guide to Archival Documents and Resources

Robert Beasecker, Director of Special Collections and University Archives, University Libraries

Nancy Richard, University Archivist, University Libraries

George and Barbara Gordon

Mary Isca Pirkola, Communications Specialist, Retired

Love song for Physics and the Nude

City, Field, and River: Mathias J. Alten’s Vision of Grand Rapids and the Grand River Valley

Matthew Lawrence Daley, Associate Professor, History Department