Maurice Rheims
French art historian and auctioneer
About Maurice Rheims
Lived 1910 – 2003 (aged 93). Maurice Rheims was a French art historian, writer, french resistance fighter and auctioneer.
Maurice Rheims (4 January 1910 – 6 March 2003) was a French art auctioneer, art historian and novelist, born in Versailles. He administered the estate of the painter Pablo Picasso. He is the father of the photographer Bettina Rheims.
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Who was Maurice Rheims?
French art historian and auctioneer (1910-2003)
When was Maurice Rheims born?
Maurice Rheims was born on 4 January 1910 in Versailles.
When did Maurice Rheims die?
Maurice Rheims died on 6 March 2003 in 8th arrondissement of Paris.
What was Maurice Rheims's occupation?
Maurice Rheims was an art historian, writer, french resistance fighter and auctioneer.
What nationality was Maurice Rheims?
Maurice Rheims was French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Maurice Rheims. https://biography.guide/maurice-rheims/
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