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New Perspectives: Welcome to American Voices and Visions

Your favorite pieces from SAAM’s collection are now on display alongside new works in the redesigned modern and contemporary galleries

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Betsy Flagg Melcher

born New York City 1900-died Ellsworth, ME 1991

Also known as: Betsy F. Melcher
Born: New York, New York, United States
Died: Ellsworth, Maine, United States
Nationalities: American

Biography: Betsy Flagg Melcher was a member and president of the American Society of Miniature painters. She studied with Cecilia Beaux before devoting her career to painting small-scale portraits. She won numerous awards during her lengthy career, including the Levantia White Boardman award in 1942.