Federal Register #2026-06406

Notice of Importation Determination for Matisse Exhibition at SFMOMA

This notice from the U.S. Department of State concerns the importation of culturally significant art objects for the exhibition "Matisse's Femme au chapeau: A Modern Scandal" at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State - Purpose: - Determination that certain objects imported for temporary exhibition are of cultural significance and in the national interest - Exhibition Details: - "Matisse's Femme au chapeau: A Modern Scandal" - Primary venue: San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, San Francisco, California - Potential for additional venues - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or commercial vendors are involved; this is not a procurement of goods or services - Products/Services Requested: - Temporary importation and display of art objects (no part numbers or quantities applicable) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Objects are imported under agreements with foreign owners or custodians - Notice published in the Federal Register - Exhibition is deemed in the national interest

Description

This notice announces the determination by the U.S. Department of State that certain objects being imported from abroad for temporary display in the exhibition "Matisse's Femme au chapeau: A Modern Scandal" at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, California, are of cultural significance. The exhibition may also be displayed at additional venues yet to be determined. The determination confirms that the temporary exhibition of these culturally significant objects within the United States is in the national interest.

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