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American photographer Edward Steichen purchased the sculpture bird in space while in Paris France what occurred when he tried to return to the US with the sculpture?
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they charged him because they didnt consider it art
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What famous photographer had a three legged dog named Tripod?
Edward Steichen.
What occured when edward steichen tried to come back to the United States with the sculpture bird in space?
When Edward Steichen tried to bring the sculpture "Bird in Space" to the United States in 1927, it was classified as a piece of industrial metal by customs officials who imposed a duty fee on it. Steichen argued that it was a work of art, leading to a legal battle over its classification. The case was eventually settled in Steichen's favor, establishing an important precedent for the definition of art in the eyes of the law.
What was Edward Steichen most famous for?
Edward Weston (born March 24, 1886, Highland park, Illnois, U.S, - died Januarly 1, 1958, Carmel, California), major American photographer of the early to mid-20th century, best know for his carefully composed,sharply focused images of natural forms, landscapres and nudes.
Is there any famous people from Luxembourg?
internationally know painter and artist JOseph Kutter and Michael MAjerus and photographer named Edward Steichen
What is the birth name of Edward Steichen?
Edward Steichen's birth name is Eduard Steichen.
When was Gerald Steichen born?
Gerald Steichen was born in 1963.
When did Marie Steichen die?
Marie Steichen died in 2006.
When was Donna Steichen born?
Donna Steichen was born in 1933.
When was René Steichen born?
René Steichen was born in 1942.
How tall is Edward Steichen?
Edward Steichen is 6' 0".
Who was a famous photographer for Life Magazine?
I'm not completely positive but I know Edward Steichen, who was a Luxembourgish American photographer, painter, and art gallery and museum curator, was featured on the cover of the January 10th, 1955 cover of 'Life' Magazine and also on the February 14th , 1955 edition as well. During this time Steichen was a very known photography being that he was the man who some people say 'created' fashion photography. He's worked for both Vogue and Time magazine before becoming a WWII Photographer.
What has the author E Steichen written?
E. Steichen has written: 'The family of man'
