First Person Singular: I.M. Pei

First Person Singular: I.M. Pei (1997)

January 1st, 19971h 30min

Documentary, History
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Architect I.M. Pei speaks about his famous works, such as the addition to the Louvre in Paris, the East Wing of the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., and the Meyerson Symphony Center in Dallas, Texas. Footage of these projects shows both interiors and exteriors. Various other experts comment on the impact and importance of Pei's work.


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