Harriet Goodhue Hosmer letters

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Harriet Goodhue Hosmer letters

[ca. 1870-1900]

REEL D10: A letter from Hosmer to an unidentified person.

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SNAC Resource ID: 8339284

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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, ...