Margaretta Archambault - A Guide Book Of Historic Pennsylvania: Wayne County

Описание: A GUIDE BOOK OF ART, ARCHITECTURE AND HISTORIC INTERESTS IN PENNSYLVANIA.....
Is a comprehensive guidebook intended for tourists, likely written in the early 20th century. This work highlights various significant artistic and historic sites throughout Pennsylvania, arranged chronologically by counties and detailing the artistic contributions, colonial history, and remarkable landmarks of each area. The opening of the guide provides insightful context regarding the book's purpose and the collaborative efforts that went into its creation. It articulates the intention behind documenting art and historical interests by relaying information from local historians and residents, ensuring a thorough account while acknowledging potential discrepancies. Additionally, the beginning section outlines the guide's structure, emphasizing the focus on both early American and local history, setting the stage for a rich exploration of Pennsylvania’s cultural landscape as the reader moves further into the text.

AUTHOR BIOGRAPHY.....
Anna Margaretta Archambault (1856– June 30, 1956) was an American artist and author. She is best known for her 1924 book A Guide Book of Art, Architecture, and Historic Interests in Pennsylvania, which remains in print as of 2020. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, she undertook studies at the Miss Anne Longstreth's School for Girls, the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts in Philadelphia and at the Académie Julian in Paris. Thomas Eakins, Thomas Hovenden and Benjamin Constant were her later professors. Her miniature portrait paintings are included in the collections of the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. Her personal papers are included in the Smithsonian's Archives of American Art and in the collection of the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. Archambault died at Christ Church Hospital in Philadelphia.

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