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“Les Sauvages de la Mer Pacifique (Native Peoples of the Pacific Ocean)” is believed to be one of the first panoramic wallpapers ever created—it inspired artist Lisa Reihana.
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This masterpiece offers an instructive lens into the Pre-Raphaelites’ materials and techniques as well as those of the earlier artists who inspired them.
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Buron discusses her visits to libraries and archives for research, and finding inspiration along the way.
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In celebration of the de Young museum’s 125th anniversary, the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco are hosting The de Young Open, a juried community art exhibition of submissions by artists who live in the nine Bay Area counties: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, and Sonoma.
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While many of his photographs beautifully document the city in ruins, Arnold Genthe’s best images centered on candid portrayals of the people of San Francisco.
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Use this family guide to explore our galleries. You and your child can use its simple questions and fun activities to slow down, look closely, and understand a work of art. Have fun!
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Usen esta guía familiar para explorar las galerías. Las preguntas sencillas y actividades divertidas de esta guía harán que su niño o niña examine con cuidado algunas obras de arte, para de veras comprenderlas. ¡Que se diviertan!
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She told the story of her life through her art and appearance. Use the questions and activities in this Discovery Guide to “read” her story with your family and friends.
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Ella contó la historia de su vida a través de su arte y de su apariencia personal. Usa las preguntas y actividades en esta Guía de Descubrimiento para “leer” esa historia con tu familia y tus amigos.
