American realism | Digest Architectural

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THE PUPPLE OF THE ARTISTS Andrew and Jamie Wyeth It is distinguished by a taste for the theatrical, black humor and experimentation. His works demonstrate a sensitivity that complements and dialogue with each other, to offer a creative world that exposes the most intimate of nature and people. In this great retrospective organized by the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museummore than 60 works are presented that offer the opportunity the work of the duo, as well as details of his life and plastic scope.

Courtesy of the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum

The exhibition treats in a particular light, the different contributions that Father and Son made as the highest representatives of American realism. Its different periods are explored through 7 items where family issues, friendship, shared places, the rigor of painting, among others are discussed. In addition, there is a theatrical selection that demonstrates another facet of his fascinating life, where they coexisted under high doses of inspiration and a discipline for mastering the trade until they found the universe they wanted to show.

Wyoth: Andrew and Jamie in the study

Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum

Madrid

Until June 19, 2016

www.museothyssen.org

See gallery: Andrew and Jamie Wyoth exhibition