Letters, 1889-1897 (inclusive).

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Letters, 1889-1897 (inclusive).

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Collection consists of 19 handwritten letters from Hosmer to Lydia Avery Coonley Ward ("Mrs. Coonley"). Hosmer writes about arranging visits to Coonley, and also discusses her work, travel plans, and other social news. Also included is a letter written by Hosmer declining an invitation to the Physical Culture Club.

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Arthur and Elizabeth Schlesinger Library on the History of Women in America‏

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Arthur and Elizabeth Schlesinger Library on the History of Women in America‏

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Hosmer, Harriet Goodhue, 1830-1908

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Harriet Goodhue Hosmer (October 9, 1830 – February 21, 1908) was a neoclassical sculptor, considered the most distinguished female sculptor in America during the 19th century. She is known as the first female professional sculptor. Among other technical innovations, she pioneered a process for turning limestone into marble. Hosmer once lived in an expatriate colony in Rome, befriending many prominent writers and artists. Harriet Hosmer was born on October 9, 1830 at Watertown, Massachusetts, ...

Ward, Lydia Avery Coonley, 1845-1924

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