Raphael: Sublime Poetry at the Metropolitan Museum of Art has emerged as the standout attraction of the season in New York. This landmark exhibition marks the United States’ first comprehensive showcase of Raphael’s work, uniting over 170 of his finest creations. Noteworthy pieces such as “Portrait of Baldassare Castiglione” (c. 1514–1515) and “The Alba Madonna” (c. 1510) are displayed alongside a rich collection of sketches and studies.
We recently had the privilege of speaking with Carmen C. Bambach, the seasoned curator responsible for the exhibition, to gain insight into the curation process of this extraordinary collection. Her dedication has brought these masterpieces together for an unprecedented viewing experience.
This edition also features an exploration of a Robert Therrien exhibition at The Broad in Los Angeles, insights into an artist collective advocating against nuclear weapons, the A View From the Easel series, and two new documentaries offering strategies to navigate the challenges posed by AI.
“Asking for Raphael loans is like asking for the firstborn heir of the royal family,” Carmen C. Bambach shared with Hyperallergic, highlighting the immense effort required to assemble this groundbreaking exhibit.
