I like the seam between the exhibition of French paintings and sculptures and the main part of the Wadsworth Atheneum, but some might think it is jarring. The exhibition is in a series of decorous galleries painted a somber light blue. But, looking through the door to the galleries' entrance, we see another dazzling Sol Lewitt mural, the formal marble bust of an esteemed citizen whose name and sculptor I was not able to find, and elaborate railings. The Lewitt mural is Wall Drawing #1131, Whirls and Twirls (2004).
This last composition is spectacular, I like a lot the balcony details and that lamp!
ReplyDeleteThe wall color is an interesting contrast, but...
I guess I'm in a romantic mood today!
Léia
'Whirls and Twirls' -- perfect title. It's rather eye catching from afar, particularly when compared to the blue wall. But, I can see how some people would think it was a bit jarring (especially early in the a.m.).
ReplyDeleteWhirls and twirls it most certainly is Jack ....perhaps a bit of shock value between Galleries.
ReplyDeleteI thought the guy looking at the painting was you but then I realized he was about a foot too short. Then when I saw your last picture in this series, I thought, "Well, at least Jack got a bust of himself in the museum." Hint: I could tell by the hair or lack thereof! Heh, heh!
ReplyDeleteI wonder what 19th century folk would think of Sol Lewitt! I like the man in the first photo.
ReplyDeleteI like those contrasts, each piece of art gives strength to the other!
ReplyDeleteJ'adore the vibrant contrasts in these images Jack, very cool composition on both.
ReplyDeleteWow that mural certainly woke me up. Makes for a great backdrop behind the sculpture. All put together beautifully.
ReplyDeleteThat is an amazing contrast and I like it.
ReplyDeleteSome quality photos in this post Jack.
ReplyDeleteI, too, love the contrast, Jack! Great captures for the day! Beautiful gallery!
ReplyDeleteThis museum has a great artistic director! I love the mix of modern and antiquities. Did you ask the guy in the first shot to pose for you? It's an excellent photo, I can't say exactly why but it really appeals to me.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Halcyon. A curator was giving a private tour to major donors or perhaps directors from other museums. They were studying many of the works intensely. I had the usual internal debate about taking photos of people and decided that taking this one from behind would be anonymous enough not to have to ask permission.
ReplyDeleteWell, it is interesting that these exhibits are in adjoining rooms. I must admit.
ReplyDeleteGreat shock of color.
ReplyDeleteI don't find it distracting. It illustrates the flow of Western art tradition. Love the Lewitt. It's got strong similarities to Frank Stella's Protractor paintings.
ReplyDeleteIt certainly leaps out at you
ReplyDeleteI love the contrast! Great compositions, Jack, especially the last one.
ReplyDeleteI have to admit that I like the contrast!
ReplyDeleteThat's a bold choice for a classical building. I'm still thinking about it...
ReplyDeleteIsn't it interesting what our eyes are drawn to? Mine were rivetted on the exquisite stone carving/moulding and the balustrade!
ReplyDeleteWorks for me! I love this sort of mix of styles.
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