This past weekend, The Met unveiled the largest Raphael exhibition ever showcased in the United States. Titled Sublime Poetry, the exhibition is designed to evoke the atmosphere of a church, guiding visitors through a nave-like path from entrance to altar, creating an almost sacred experience. This monumental project took eight years to complete and features 170 works sourced from 60 collections worldwide. For insights into the exhibition’s development, don’t miss Natalie Haddad’s conversation with curator Carmen C. Bambach.
While most cities might bask in the acclaim of such a major exhibition for years, New York City is already gearing up for more art events. After a brief pause, the city will host the Brooklyn Fine Art and the International Fine Print Dealers Association (IFPDA) print fairs next week. Following that, art enthusiasts can look forward to exhibitions like Duchamp at MoMA and Greater New York at MoMA PS1. With a forecast of warm weather, the city is set for a vibrant spring art scene.
Convincing institutions to part with their prized Raphael works is no small feat, let alone achieving this with around 60 such pieces. Natalie Haddad delves into the intricacies of organizing the first comprehensive Raphael exhibition in the U.S. through her interview with The Met’s curator, offering a behind-the-scenes look at this significant cultural endeavor.
