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This book reveals René Magritte's relationship with the American continent - from a troubled beginning in 1936 to his steadily growing success, culminating in the exhibition at MoMA in 1965. The artist's expectations of, but also his accommodating stance towards, the New World public are brought to light. Particular intention is given to his 1956-1966 correspondence with two different art collectors.
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This book reveals René Magritte's relationship with the American continent - from a troubled beginning in 1936 to his steadily growing success, culminating in the exhibition at MoMA in 1965. The artist's expectations of, but also his accommodating stance towards, the New World public are brought to light. Particular intention is given to his 1956-1966 correspondence with two different art collectors.
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An American Connection: Letters from Rene Magritte to William Copley and Barnet Hodes
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An American Connection: Letters from René Magritte to William Copley and Barnet Hodes
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Royal Museums of Fine Art of Belgium, Brussels, 2015
ISBN 10: 9461612494
ISBN 13: 9789461612496
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Wrappers. Condition: Near Fine. 192 pages. Paperback, bound in stiff illustrated paper French fold covers. Texts in English. Illustrated. Mild wear to the edges of the covers and corners. Else, the binding is tight and solid, with an uncreased spine and clean, unmarked interior. A well researched and accessibly presented collection of correspondence between a fascinating trio of surrealist painters and personalities. Book. Seller Inventory # 021194