Rosa Bonheur Papers, 1861-1897

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Summary

Creator:
Bonheur, Rosa and Sallie Bingham Center for Women's History and Culture
Abstract:
Rosa Bonheur was a nineteenth century French painter and sculptor. The collection consists of examples of Bonheur's correspondence, including one letter referencing her painting and her partner, Nathalie. Acquired as part of the Lisa Unger Baskin Collection in the Sallie Bingham Center for Women's History and Culture.
Extent:
1.0 Linear Foot
Language:
Materials in French.
Collection ID:
RL.12060

Background

Scope and content:

Collection consists of some examples of correspondence sent by Rosa Bonheur, to friends and admirers. The letters tend to be brief and routine, typically conveying her thanks for the correspondent's initial letter.

Biographical / historical:

Rosa Bonheur (1822-1899) was a French painter and sculptor, particularly known for paintings of animals. She and her partner, Nathalie Micas, lived openly as lesbian companions. Bonheur was also known for wearing men's clothing due to its practicality and convenience for her work painting animals.

Acquisition information:
The Rosa Bonheur Papers were received by the David M. Rubenstein Rare Book Manuscript Library as a purchase from Lisa Unger Baskin in 2015.
Processing information:

Processed by Meghan Lyon, Dec. 2022

Accessions described in this collection guide: 2015-0050-LUBMSS555, 015-0050-LUBMSS564, 015-0050-LUBMSS568.

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Describing Archives: A Content Standard

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Subjects:
Women artists
Authors, French -- 19th century -- Correspondence
Painters -- France
Names:
Sallie Bingham Center for Women's History and Culture
Baskin, Lisa Unger, former owner

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