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A Blog Post Helps Solve an Art Mystery
The March blog post “Sleuthing in Rare Books to Reveal and Art Lover’s Interest” presented the collection of William Barnes Bement (1817–1897). Bement was a prominent Philadelphia industrialist and avid art collector. However, his descendants sold off his art collection … Continue reading
Sleuthing in Rare Books to Reveal an Art Lover’s Interest, Part Two
The works of art in my possession were not purchased with a view to selfishly enjoying them; for, believing that collections of good pictures serve as educators in art and tend to foster a refined and healthful taste, I have … Continue reading
Sleuthing in Rare Books to Reveal an Art Lover’s Interest
Unlike Henry Francis du Pont, most art collectors don’t leave records explaining why he or she decided to purchase one work of art or another. Understanding demand for art during a particular time period can help scholars determine how … Continue reading
Posted in Academic Programs, American Culture Studies, art collections, Art Conservation, Students & Alumni, Uncategorized
Tagged antiques, art collections, H. F. du Pont, rare books, william bement, Winterthur, Winterthur Library, Winterthur Museum, Winterthur Museum Garden & Library, Winterthur Program in American Material Culture
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