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French (culture or style)

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Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
Scope Note: Refers to the culture of the modern nation of France, or in general to cultures that have occupied the area of the modern nation in western Europe.

Found in 3 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

The Work of Auguste Rodin: Centennial Exhibition, November 11-[December 31], 1940

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An exhibition of more than 30 bronze and marble sculptures, 53 plasters, and 9 watercolor drawings by Auguste Rodin from the museum permanent collection purchased by Alma de Bretteville Spreckels. No materials remain for this exhibition.

Dates: November 11-[December 31], 1940

Watercolors by Auguste Rodin, April 6-[30] 1944

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An exhibition of 25 watercolor paintings by the French artist Auguste Rodin, lent by Dr. Julius Spitzer of New York City. The exhibition records span two folders.

Dates: April 6-[30] 1944