Question

Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. American photographer Edward Steichen purchased the sculpture Bird in Space while in Paris, France. What occurred when he tried to return to the United States with the sculpture? Include as many details as possible in your response.

Answer 1

Answer: At customs

Explanation:At customs Edward had been asked what the sculpture was,customs ended up labeling it as "kitchen utensils and supplies" and had tried to charge him with an import tax. Steichen refused to pay the duty and therefore led to this going to the Supreme Court. There the sculpture was said to be art and Steichen did not have to pay the tax.