Richard H. Glanton, Combative Head of Barnes Foundation, Dies at 79
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Richard H. Glanton, a polarizing figure who led the Barnes Foundation, passed away at 79. In the 1990s, he controversially took 80 of the institution’s prized paintings on tour to fund renovations, defying the founder's original stipulations. This move sparked intense debate about the future of the collection and the institution’s mission. Glanton’s legacy is marked by both his dedication to the art collection and the contentious decisions that polarized supporters and critics alike.
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