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From the Collection–Theseus by Jacques Lipchitz
Many of the artists featured in the special exhibition Van Gogh to Pollock: Modern Rebels, Masterworks from the Albright-Knox Art Gallery are also represented in the collection of the Milwaukee Art Museum. This is the first in a series of … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Curatorial
Tagged Lipchitz, Modern art, Modern Rebels, Mythology, sculpture
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Dandelions and Deck Chairs: Harry Bertoia
Now that it’s finally starting to feel like summer, let’s talk about dandelions. Sure, they’re technically weeds, and you probably don’t want them taking over your lawn. But it’s fun to make wishes on the white puffy ones, even if … Continue reading
Can I walk on it?
Yes! Carl Andre’s 144 Pieces of Zinc is one of the few artworks in the Museum’s Collection that is meant to be experienced physically, and that visitors may touch. The artist felt that the qualities inherent in the material were the most important … Continue reading
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Tagged Carl Andre, Contemporary Art, Harry Bertoia, Minimalism, Modern art, Pol Bury, sculpture, Stanley Landsman
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Restoring Duane Hanson’s Beloved “Janitor”
Duane Hanson’s lifelike Janitor (1973) is one of the Museum’s most beloved works of art. It generates curiosity on many levels: How did the artist make the sculpture so realistic? What does this photo-realistic artwork mean? What does he wear … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Behind the Scenes, Curatorial
Tagged 20th century art, conservation, Contemporary Art, Duane Hanson, Janitor, sculpture, Walker Art Center
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