Tag: decorative arts
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Your Guide to Art Museums in Philadelphia
The nation’s original art capital, Philadelphia is home to some wonderful museums that don’t get enough attention. Here are six of the best.
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Frick Madison Shines New Light on Old Friends
I was one of the first people to enjoy Frick Madison, whose combination of old art and modern architecture literally shines new light on beloved artworks.
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The Veterans Room: A Gilded Age Shrine at the Park Avenue Armory
Inside NYC’s Park Avenue Armory, the Gilded Age Veterans Room is a rare surviving interior by Louis Comfort Tifffany’s Associated Artists.
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Highlights at the Wadsworth Athenaeum
The Wadsworth Athenaeum is one of America’s oldest art museums. It has a little bit of everything and is a very pleasant place to spend an afternoon.
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The Beautiful Things of Hillwood Estate
Hillwood Estate in Washington D.C. was the treasure-filled home of hostess, philanthropist, and art collector Marjorie Merriweather Post.
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An Oasis in New York City: The Frick Collection
The Frick Collection is one of my favorite museums. In addition to a world-class art collection, it’s also a calm oasis in the middle of New York City.
