The Art of Renoir Manuscripts

Résumé du livre

This collection consists of background materials and drafts in manuscript, typescript, and carbon copy form, as well as galley proofs and page proofs for The Art of Renoir by Albert C. Barnes and Violette de Mazia. Drafts include working notes that document the dynamics of Barnes's collaborative work method, recording which staff members took notes, typed drafts, or made corrections. In addition, this series contains substantial revisions by Foundation associate Laurence Buermeyer and a draft of John Dewey's introduction. Notes that accompany two complete late drafts record biographical details of Renoir and his family, and list the identities of models and dates for particular paintings. Specifics of provenance may be found in the catalogue data compiled by Foundation employees.