David, Delacroix, and Revolutionary France: Drawings from the Louvre

[camille-love.livejournal.com]

Did anyone else have the opportunity to visit this exhibition at the Morgan Library & Museum in New York? I went back in early December and had planned to write a review for this community, but then I found myself struggling to convey my impressions. Perhaps because I don't have a very extensive background in art history and lack the vocabulary. I also think I had hoped to see the pieces better situated in their historical context; the exhibition seemed (in my opinion) to hinge more on their importance to an aesthetic movement rather their social or political relevance.

Still, it was very interesting and I'm glad I went. If anyone else visited, I would be interested to hear your reactions.

Comments

[jonahmama.livejournal.com]

I would have so liked to see this! Sadly, I don't live in NYC and wasn't able to visit. If you can write more about it, I personally would be very grateful. Background in art history / vocabulary not so important! :)

[camille-love.livejournal.com]

I actually purchased the catalogue that accompanied the exhibition, a really beautiful book, with full-color illustrations and commentary. Unfortunately, I left it at my parents...but the next time I go home, I'll be sure it pick it up. I think having it on hand would allow me to offer a better review (and perhaps visuals)!