Philadelphian Albert Barnes began collecting modern art in 1912 when he sent a friend to Paris on a mission. A painter in his own right, William Glackens returned to the states with work by Renoir, Cezanne, Van Gogh, and Picasso. Barnes continued to acquire art throughout his life.
Philadelphian Albert Barnes began collecting modern art in 1912 when he sent a friend to Paris on a mission. A painter in his own right, William Glackens returned to the states with work by Renoir, Cezanne, Van Gogh, and Picasso. Barnes continued to acquire art throughout his life.
