Images of National Museum of American Illustration
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National Museum of American Illustration and its collection
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The National Museum of American Illustration (NMAI) is a unique institution that was established in 1998. It holds the distinction of being the first national museum dedicated solely to American illustration artwork. This focus allows the museum to provide a comprehensive and in-depth look at this particular art form, making it a unique destination for art enthusiasts.
Location and Collection of the NMAI
The National Museum of American Illustration is housed in the historic Vernon Court mansion on Bellevue Avenue in Newport, Rhode Island. The museum's collection boasts over 2,000 original works by renowned American illustrators including Norman Rockwell, Maxfield Parrish, J. C. Leyendecker, N.C. Wyeth, among others. This extensive collection provides a rich exploration of American illustration art.
The American Imagist Collection
The NMAI's American Imagist Collection is a special focus of the museum, highlighting artwork from the 'Golden Age of American Illustration'. This period, which spanned from 1865 to 1945, marked a significant era in American art history. The end of the original Saturday Evening Post is often considered the end of this golden age.
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