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Spreckels, Alma de Bretteville, 1881-1968

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Found in 4 Collections and/or Records:

Art Collection of Alma de Bretteville Spreckels, May 30-October 30, 1926

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The Art Collection of Alma de Bretteville Spreckels, [Mar-Oct 1926] Exhibition Records details the March to October 1926 exhibition. Some of this collection became part of the Legion of Honor’s permanent collection, as it was Alma de Bretteville Spreckels who co-founded and supported the museum.

Dates: May 30-October 30, 1926

Memorial Exhibition of Paintings by Will Sparks, August 15-September 16, 1939

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A memorial retrospective exhibition of 72 oil paintings by the late American artist Will Sparks. The exhibition records span seven folders plus a photograph and book featuring reproductions of his artwork.

Dates: August 15-September 16, 1939

The Alma de Bretteville Spreckels Collection of Dolls, November 20, 1934-January 18, 1935

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An exhibition of 63 dolls of all sizes and types dressed in the cultural costumes of the countries they represent. No materials remain for this exhibition.

Dates: November 20, 1934-January 18, 1935

The Second Annual Exhibition of Contemporary Painting, November 19, 1947-January 4, 1948

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The Legion of Honor’s second annual exhibition of painting by living artists, featuring 250 works by both invited artists and juried artists, sponsored by Paul Verdier, President of the Board of Trustees, and other members of the Board. The exhibition records span 21 folders plus a catalog and coverage in the museum bulletin.

Dates: November 19, 1947-January 4, 1948

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