RODIN'S GIFT TO THE NATION.
Augcste Rodin, who is 76 years old and one of the foremost French sculptors, has executed a deed of gift to the Government of the entire collection of his own works, other art objects he has acquired, and the Hotel Biron, in which they are assembled. The building hereafter is to be open to the public as the Musee Rodin. SI. Rodin retains the studio, but the remainder of the extensive building and the fine grounds which surround it become public property under the supervision of the Government.
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New Zealand Herald, Volume LIII, Issue 16234, 20 May 1916, Page 4 (Supplement)
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93RODIN'S GIFT TO THE NATION. New Zealand Herald, Volume LIII, Issue 16234, 20 May 1916, Page 4 (Supplement)
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