Clever and interesting work, but what struck me is seeing photos of many of these pieces was essentially the same as seeing the objects in person. I’ve seen the Bauhaus work in the next gallery several times but doubt I’ll be returning to see this exhibit. Once you “get” the concept behind the art, there’s […]
Meet James Ensor, Belgium’s Famous Painter
MOMA has an exhibit of James Ensor’s work, closing on Sept 21. As Ensor himself would readily testify, time is running out. Obsessed with issues of identity and mortality his favorite subjects were skeletons and masks. He’s got a slightly wicked sense of humor, frequently self-deprecating. One of my favorites is entitled “My Portrait in […]