America's National Gallery of Art

America's National Gallery of Art
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Publisher : ABRAMS
Total Pages : 354
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ISBN-10 : UOM:39015021499333
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Book Synopsis America's National Gallery of Art by : Philip Kopper

Download or read book America's National Gallery of Art written by Philip Kopper and published by ABRAMS. This book was released on 1991 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This handsome tribute to the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. traces the history of the museum from conception to construction on the occasion of its fiftieth anniversary. Opened with great fanfare, the National Gallery was "the richest single gift from any individual to any nation ever." That individual was financier Andrew Mellon. Kopper's succinct biography covers Mellon's personal and political life as well as his passion for collecting the paintings of old masters. Mellon's bequest stipulated the museum's name, location, and details of governance, ensuring continued high standards and a vital future. Kopper includes profiles of the architect and various museum directors, including Mellon's son Paul, as well as illustrations that document some of the collection's highlights. ISBN 0-8109-3658-5: $60.00 (For use only in the library)


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