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Bouché, René 1905-1963 (1905-1963)

 Person

Dates

  • Existence: 1905-1963

Biography

René Bouché was born in Prague September 20, 1905. While in school, Bouché began drawing fashion illustrations for French Vogue, and would continue to do so for most of his life. Bouché is best known for his portraits. Truman Capote, Jean Cocteau, Mrs. William Paley, Lady Astor, and the Duchess of Windsor all sat for him. In addition to painting, Bouché designed stage sets. Bouché passed away in 1963 at the age of 57.

Found in 7 Collections and/or Records:

Untitled (Figure in fur trimmed coat and matching fur hat), circa 1960, 1978, circa 1960

 Item
Identifier: SC.187.1.47
Scope and Contents

Figure in earth-toned fur trimmed coat and matching fur hat; Color: charcoal and watercolor; Signed

Dates: 1978; circa 1960

Untitled (Figure in fur trimmed coat), circa 1960, 1978, circa 1960

 Item
Identifier: SC.187.1.46
Scope and Contents

Figure in earth-toned fur trimmed coat; Color: charcoal and watercolor; Signed

Dates: 1978; circa 1960

Untitled (Figure in gray coat with matching fur hat and collar), circa 1960s, 2003, circa 1960s

 Item
Identifier: SC.187.1.202
Scope and Contents

Figure in gray coat with matching fur hat and collar, washy background; Color: charcoal and watercolor; Signed lower right

Dates: 2003; circa 1960s

Untitled (Figure in green coat with tote bag), circa 1960, 1978, circa 1960

 Item
Identifier: SC.187.1.48
Scope and Contents

Figure in green coat with tote bag; Color: charcoal and watercolor; Signed

Dates: 1978; circa 1960

Untitled (Seated figure in blue coat with yellow scarf), circa 1960, 1978, circa 1960

 Item
Identifier: SC.187.1.51
Scope and Contents

Seated figure in blue coat with yellow scarf; Color: brush, charcoal and watercolor; Signed

Dates: 1978; circa 1960

Untitled (Seated figure in red coat with matching muffler), circa 1960, 1978, circa 1960

 Item
Identifier: SC.187.1.50
Scope and Contents

Seated figure in red coat with matching muffler; Color: brush, charcoal and watercolor; Signed

Dates: 1978; circa 1960

Untitled (Young figure in blue hooded coat at window), circa 1950, circa 1950

 Item
Identifier: SC.187.1.43
Scope and Contents

Young figure in blue hooded coat at window (framed); Color: gouache and ink; Signed; Client Vogue

Dates: circa 1950

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