Exhibition Highlights: November 2016 Display of Valuable Collectables
In the picturesque state of Vermont, the Shelburne Museum is set to unveil an exciting new exhibition, "Hard-Edge Cool: The Routhier Collection of Mid-Century Prints," scheduled to open on November 19, 2016, and run until January 22, 2017. This captivating showcase of hard-edge or geometric abstract works on paper will be a testament to the private collection of Jason and Dana Routhier, an award-winning graphic designer and co-director of Burlington design studio RouthierHolmes, LLC, and a writer and researcher with an MFA from the University of Illinois, respectively.
The Routhiers, who call Vermont their home, have amassed a significant collection of mid-century prints in a relatively short span. The exhibition promises to showcase over 50 works on paper, offering a glimpse into their discerning tastes and the era's artistic innovations.
The hard-edge painting and printmaking movement, which emerged in the 1950s and 1960s, is characterised by bold geometric forms, sharp delineations between colours, and a focus on flat, unmodulated colour surfaces. Works from this period reject visible brush strokes in favour of smooth, crisp edges and often feature vibrant hues.
While the Routhiers' collection includes works by established artists such as Genévieve Claisse, Max Bill, Sophie Taeuber-Arp, and Wassily Kandinsky, the specific artists featured in the exhibition remain speculative at this time. However, it is likely that the show will exhibit pieces from well-known mid-century artists like Ellsworth Kelly, Frank Stella, or Josef Albers.
The exhibition's focus on colour, form, and the interplay between shape and space is expected to offer a captivating visual experience for visitors. Dana Routhier, who has documented their collection, has curated the exhibition carefully to provide a comprehensive survey of hard-edge abstraction.
The Shelburne Museum's decision to change over from an exhibit of folk art by Grandma Moses to the Routhiers' collection signifies a shift towards modern and contemporary art. This exciting change promises to engage and inspire art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike.
For those seeking specific information about the exhibition’s location, dates, or featured artists, it is recommended to consult art institution websites or official press releases for updates. In the meantime, the anticipation builds for this promising exhibition that promises to showcase the Routhiers' remarkable collection of mid-century prints.
The Routhiers, residents of Vermont, have assembled a sizable collection of mid-century prints in a brief period, which includes pieces from the home-and-garden domain and captures their lifestyle preferences. The forthcoming exhibition at the Shelburne Museum, titled "Hard-Edge Cool: The Routhier Collection of Mid-Century Prints," will showcase over 50 works on paper, displaying their discerning tastes and the era's artistic innovations in the realm of lifestyle and home-and-garden décor.
