Jun 152012
Telegraph Hill
Coit Tower
WPA Murals
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This pair of canvas’ are also in the elevator alcove. The depict the farmlands of the Santa Clara Valley and the hills of the East Bay.
The artists was Rinaldo Cuneo. (1877-1939). Cuneo was a native San Franciscan from North Beach where he maintained a studio. He was educated at the Mark Hopkins Art Institute as well as in Paris and London. He taught at the California School of Fine Arts and was a prolific painter.
This is the last in a series of the murals of Coit Tower. There are more, unfortunately, they are not available to the public. If you are interested in seeing pictures of them, and learning more about Coit Tower and all of the murals, I highly suggest you search out Masha Zakheim’s Book Coit Tower.
WONDERFUL series! Enjoyed not only the artwork, but all the background information and history you provided. Looking forward to visiting in person now! Thanks!
I am amazed at all the murals that you have shown us – every one is terrific!
Thank you so much for this series — so historic and fascinating! These are beautiful! Field trip coming up. 🙂
I just finished up the last four days of postings and can say that I really enjoyed this series. Quite a historical archive of the interpreted through art.
beautiful pics! 🙂
seems interesting. Nice work of art.