This essay by Laura Paulsen Howe explores the relationship between prolific LDS painter Minerva Teichert and her agent Alice Merrill Horne. Horne acted as a critical intersection between artists and church leadership in the mid 20th century. Teichert, known for painting pioneer and Book of Mormon scenes, as well as temple interiors, credits Horne a for a great deal of her success. Besides having a valuable business relationship, the two were close friends, as evidence by their correspondence. Howe explores many facets of these two brilliant women and how both together and apart they helped shape the LDS art world.
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