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Hosmer, Harriet, 1830-1908

 

Biography

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.

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Harriet Goodhue Hosmer letter

 Collection
Identifier: Mss 860313
Mss 860313
Date(s): 1860-05-13
Scope and Contents

Two-page letter from Harriet Goodhue Hosmer in Watertown, Massachusetts to George Ticknor, inquiring about the cost of Webster's statue and its pedestal.

Harriet Hosmer letter

 Collection
Identifier: Mss 858128
Mss 858128
Date(s): 1858-01-28
Scope and Contents

Three-page letter from Harriet Hosmer in Rome to Robert H.G.Hosmer in which she discusses the exhibition of her sculpture, Zenobia.

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