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Wayne Thiebaud, Display Cakes, 1963. Oil painting of cakes arranged in rows with colorful frosting, resembling architectural forms

Culture & History, Artists, Cultural Contexts, Museums and Beyond

Wayne Thiebaud: Art Comes from Art

Serendipity at the Legion of Honor: My Personal Encounter It was many years ago in San Francisco when I stumbled upon one of the most memorable mistakes of my life. Scanning event listings in a local paper or magazine, I…

NuArtPlanet
August 28, 2025

Culture & History, Museums and Beyond

The de Young and the Legion of Honor: San Francisco’s Twin Pillars of Art

On my recent trip to San Francisco, I found myself once again drawn to my two favorite museums — the de Young in Golden Gate Park and the Legion of Honor overlooking the Pacific Ocean. I’ve visited them many times…

NuArtPlanet
August 21, 2025

Wayne Thiebaud: Art Comes from Art

The de Young and the Legion of Honor: San Francisco’s Twin Pillars of Art

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