About Walter Pach

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    The following is from Laurette E. McCarthy, Ph.D. who wrote her dissertation on Walter Pach and is the leading expert on his life and work.

    Walter Pach (July 11, 1883-November 27, 1958), artist, critic, historian, dealer, teacher, and lecturer, was born in New York City, the son of Gotthelf Pach, photographer, and Frances Wise, an influential member of the Ethical Culture Society in New York. Pach grew up in a comfortable, middle-class home with one brother, Alfred. He was graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from The College of the City of New York in 1903.

    Thereafter he received artistic training in Manhattan under Leigh Hunt, William Merritt Chase, and Robert Henri. He also studied at the Académie Ranson in Paris. Between 19...

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