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Art is selected for the program according to the following criteria:

. Art must be original and created by an American artist
. Art must be of recognized quality to best represent American culture
. Art must be compatible with cultural concepts and trends of the
host country
. Art must enhance architecture and interior design of embassy
buildings, to extent possible
. To ensure conservation of art, the following factors must be
considered in selecting and caring for art: condition/fragility,
shipping and exhibition constraints, security, climate, and
lender requirements

The State Department will be responsible for all costs of packing,
insurance, and transportation for each work of art selected.

Inquiries and materials should be sent to:

Mrs. Lee Kimche McGrath, Director
Art in Embassies Program
U.S. Department of State, Room B258
21st and Virginia Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20520
Telephone 202/647-5723 Telex A/ART