Leo Stein
American art collector and critic (1872–1947) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
This article is about the American art critic. For the Austrian writer, see Leo Stein (writer).
Leo Stein (May 11, 1872 – July 29, 1947) was an American art collector and critic. He was born in Allegheny City (now in Pittsburgh), the older brother of Gertrude Stein. He became an influential promoter of 20th-century paintings.
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Leo Stein | |
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Born | (1872-05-11)May 11, 1872 |
Died | July 29, 1947(1947-07-29) (aged 75) Florence, Italy |
Nationality | American |
Occupation(s) | Art collector, Art critic |
Spouse |
Nina Auzias (m. 1921) |
Relatives | Gertrude Stein (sister) Sarah Stein (sister-in-law) |
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