Florence Dreyfous facts for kids
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Florence Dreyfous
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| Born | October 25, 1868 New York
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| Died | September 11, 1950 (aged 81) |
| Resting place | Beth Olom Cemetery (also known as Shearith Israel Cemetery), Queens, New York |
| Nationality | American |
| Known for | Sculpture |
Florence Dreyfous (born October 25, 1868 – died September 11, 1950) was an American painter. She spent most of her life studying and working in New York City.
Early Life and Art Training
Florence Dreyfous was born in New York City on October 25, 1868. Her parents were Alida Gomez Dreyfous and Joseph A. Dreyfous. Her family had a Sephardic Jewish background. She had three siblings: Adele, Gertrude, and Walter.
Florence loved art and decided to study it. She attended the Chase School of Art. She also learned from famous artists like Robert Henri at the Henri School of Art. Another one of her teachers was Theodora W. Thayer, who was known for her miniature paintings.
Her Art Career
Florence Dreyfous became a talented painter. She showed her artwork in many important exhibitions.
In 1903 and 1904, her paintings were displayed at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. This was a big step for her career.
One of her most notable achievements was exhibiting two of her watercolors in the famous 1913 International Exhibition of Modern Art. This show was very important for modern art in America. Her two watercolors were titled A boy and Mildred.
From 1916 to 1932, Florence continued to show her art. She exhibited at several places in New York, including the MacDowell Club, the Society of Independent Artists, the Morton Gallery, Salons of America, and the Opportunity Gallery. Her work was also part of a watercolor exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum of Art in late 1921.
Later Life and Passing
Florence Dreyfous passed away on September 11, 1950. She is buried with her family at the historic Beth Olom cemetery in Queens County, New York.
See also
In Spanish: Florence Dreyfous para niños
