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Henri Matisse’s “Femme au chapeau” (Woman with a Hat) made its US public debut at our museum in 1936, just one year after our founding. Since joining our collection in 1991, it’s been on view almost continuously, welcoming generations of visitors to explore the story of modern art.
Swipe through to see historic photographs and archival glimpses of this remarkable bond between modern art history and SFMOMA history ✨
Journey along “Femme au chapeau’s” century-long odyssey for yourself in “Matisse’s Femme au chapeau: A Modern Scandal.” Reserve your ticket today.
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Letter to Sarah and Michael Stein from Grace McCann Morley, March 4, 1936; Estate of Daniel M. Stein, courtesy of William J. Ashton
Cover of the exhibition brochure for Henri Matisse: Paintings, Drawings, Sculpture, San Francisco Museum of Art, 1936; Estate of Daniel M. Stein, courtesy of William J. Ashton
Installation view of Modern Masterpieces of the Bay Region, 15th Anniversar...
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