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Sculpture of the Exposition Palaces and Courts Descriptive Notes on the Art of the Statuary at the Panama-Pacific International Exposition, San Francisco

By Juliet Helena Lumbard James

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

At a global fair, sculptures tell tales of triumph and sorrow, inviting appreciation for art in public spaces.

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2004-05-01
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"Sculpture of the Exposition Palaces and Courts" by Juliet Helena Lumbard James is a window into the art of the Panama-Pacific International Exposition in San Francisco through its sculptures. This book is about American sculptors and their work, highlighting the important role they played. The story shows detailed descriptions of "The Fountain of Energy," representing achievements, and "The End of the Trail," showing the hardships of Native Americans. Chapters look at the creators like A. Stirling Calder, Daniel Chester French, and Edith Woodman Burroughs, giving us a look at their lives and times. It is both a celebration and a reminder to appreciate the artistic sculptures in our cities.

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