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Ne

Admire Mary Jayne Gold's 'Ne,' a vibrant quilt masterpiece from 1982. This stunning textile showcases intricate star patterns and rich colors, reflecting the artist’s skill & humanitarian spirit.

Mary Jayne Gold (1909-1997): American heiress & humanitarian who rescued Jewish artists during WWII. Explore her life, memoir 'Crossroads Marseilles,' and legacy of courage.

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Artist Biography

Early Life and Background

  • Born: August 12, 1909, Chicago, United States of America
  • Died: October 5, 1997
  • Parents: Margaret and Egbert H. Gold (successful businessman in radiator and heating systems)
  • Education: Masters School at Dobbs Ferry, New York; Finishing school in Italy
  • Early life involved extensive travel to London and Paris, socializing with European elite.

Wartime Humanitarian Efforts

  • By 1939, living in Paris when World War II broke out.
  • Joined forces with Varian Fry to assist Jewish and anti-Nazi artists and intellectuals escaping France.
  • Subsidized the Emergency Rescue Committee (ERC) operation, credited with rescuing approximately 2,000 refugees.
  • Notable escapees assisted included Jacques Lipchitz, Marc Chagall, Hannah Arendt, and Otto Meyerhof.
  • Efforts involved smuggling refugees through mountains to Spain or aboard freighters to North/South America.
  • Raymond Couraud, a French foreign legionnaire and her lover, played a significant role in these efforts.

Post-War Life and Literary Legacy

  • Resided primarily in a house she built in Gassin, Var, near Saint-Tropez, France after the war.
  • Published memoir Crossroads Marseilles, 1940 (1980), detailing her wartime experiences; translated into French in 2001.
  • Left literary estate to Pierre Sauvage.
  • Never married and had no children.

Artistic Contributions: The Quilt "Ne"

  • Created the quilt "Ne," currently housed at the National Quilt Museum in Paducah, United States.
  • Details about the artistic style and specific influences of her quilting work are limited but represent a unique creative outlet alongside her humanitarian endeavors.

Historical Significance and Recognition

  • Mary Jayne Gold's actions during World War II were crucial to saving numerous artists and intellectuals from persecution.
  • Her bravery and dedication exemplify the efforts of individuals who risked their lives to aid those fleeing Nazi oppression.
  • Recognition through biographical accounts, novels (e.g., The Postmistress of Paris), and television series (e.g., *Transatlantic*) has brought renewed attention to her contributions.
  • Her story serves as an inspiration and a reminder of the importance of humanitarian action in times of crisis.
Mary Jayne Gold

Mary Jayne Gold

1909 - 1997 , United States of America

Quick Facts

  • Date Of Birth: August 12, 1909
  • Date Of Death: October 5, 1997
  • Full Name: Mary Jayne Gold
  • Nationality: American
  • Notable Artworks: ['Ne\\']
  • Place Of Birth: Chicago, United States
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