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Benton's Early Years

Thomas Hart Benton was born in Neosho, Missouri, into family of politicians. His mother encouraged his art, but his father was determined that Thomas become a lawyer or politician. He eventually studied art in Paris, France.
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Clip Season 1 Episode 1 Length 03:13 Premiere: 05/02/17

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Season 1 Episodes

Thomas Hart Benton
S1 E1 Length 1:26:53 Premiere Date 11/01/89

Painting America
Clip Length 02:07 Premiere Date 05/02/17

Benton's Early Years
Clip Length 03:13 Premiere Date 05/02/17

The Missouri Mural
Clip Length 05:11 Premiere Date 05/02/17

Earl Bennent: Benton's Work
Clip Length 00:44 Premiere Date 01/06/12

Dan James: Benton's Persona
Clip Length 00:40 Premiere Date 01/06/12

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