Misunderstood Modernity_ Heading towards the end of lockdown 2 in Paris, art lovers are looking forward to return to the fabulous collections and exhibitions the city can offer. The Musée d’Orsay houses the national art collections spanning from the mid-19th C to World War I, and it has been a very pleasant surprise to discover … More Aubrey Beardsley, Musée d’Orsay
Drawings outside the box_ In Paris, we have been spoilt lately by museums showcasing drawings. In the Petit Palais we appreciated the fine arts drawings from the eclectic Prat Collection (see blog). The Musée des Arts Décoratifs is staging at the moment a different view on drawings: a mixture of fine and decorative arts, presented … More Le Dessin sans Réserve, MAD Paris
Light travels from the past William Turner, one of the most celebrated British artists, bequeathed to his country the content of his workshop: 300 paintings, 3000 watercolors, 20 000 drawings and sketches, 32 000 pieces in total. His heritage is kept in Tate Britain and is still being studied, revealing his genius and his secrets. … More Turner: Paintings and Watercolours, Tate’s Collection. Musée Jacquemart-André
Back to the basics of art_ Drawings are an art form that is not supposed to hang in a museum wall. Most drawings are simple preparatory stages towards the final artwork, or plain sketches to illustrate, communicate and conserve an idea before it slips away. It is often by miracle that preparatory drawings have come … More In the Drawing Room: Masterpieces from the Prat Collection, Petit Palais
The Choice of Paris 