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Bellows (1882-1925) is one of the greatest artists of the early 20th century. The first comprehensive exhibition of his career in more than three decades features some 130 paintings, drawings, and lithographs, including depictions of tenement children, boxers, families, World War I subjects, and residents of Woodstock, as well as sporting scenes, Maine seascapes, and the urban landscape of New York City. (Image: George Bellows, Margarite, 1919, Private Collection)
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Drawing mainly from the Gallery's rich holdings of Newman's (1905-1970) work, this fifth exhibition in the Tower series presents work from two crucial periods of the artist's career. Newman's paintings and drawings of the 1940s reveal a shift from biomorphic imagery to simple linear forms, while his renowned The Stations of the Cross: Lema Sabachthani, a cycle of 14 paintings plus a coda (Be II), exemplifies Newman's mature career between 1958 and 1966.
June 10-February 24
East Building, Tower
www.nga.gov/newman
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Joseph F. McCrindle (1923-2008) donated 13 paintings and more than 300 old master and modern drawings to the Gallery. This exhibition celebrates his legacy with 71 of the finest drawings by a broad range of artists spanning five centuries, including a notable group of watercolors by John Singer Sargent (1856-1925).
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Van Aelst (1627-1683) is known for his exquisite paintings of sumptuous fruits, luxurious fabrics, and spoils of the hunt. Bringing together 29 paintings and his only known drawing, this exhibition is the first dedicated solely the work of this artist.
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The Roman goddess of the harvest is surrounded by symbols of the summer zodiac (Gemini, Cancer, and Leo) in this painting made by Watteau (1684-1721) for the wealthy banker Pierre Crozat, his principal patron. Watteau briefly lived in Crozat's home, studying his impressive art collection, including works by Veronese, which may have influenced the bright, lively pastel colors in Ceres.
West Building, Main Floor, Gallery 54
www.nga.gov/fcgi-bin/tinfo_f?acc=1961.9.50
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This new web feature introduces the recently reinstalled galleries devoted to impressionism and post-impressionism in the West Building, which reopened on January 28. Rediscover one of the world's greatest collections of paintings by Edouard Manet (1832-1883), Claude Monet (1840-1926), Auguste Renoir (1841-1919), Paul Cezanne (1839-1906), Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890), and Paul Gauguin (1848-1903).
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PUBLIC SYMPOSIUM
Joan Miro
This two-day symposium features illustrated lectures by noted scholars Maria-Josep Balsach, Maria Luisa Lax, Robert Lubar, Charles Palermo, Jaume Reus, and Benet Rossell. Coordinated with and supported by the Institut Ramon Llull. (Image: Joan Miro, Still Life with Old Shoe, 24 Jan-29 May 1937, Copyright 2012 Successio Miro/Artists Rights Society [ARS], New York/ADAGP, Paris) June 1, 12:00-5:00
June 2, 11:00-3:00 East Building Auditorium
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FILM SERIES
Bill Morrison: Recent Work
American filmmaker Bill Morrison (b. 1965) has devoted much of his artistic career to repurposing archival films, creating new forms from old remnants. He frequently collaborates with musicians to engender novel aural and visual sensations. Morrison will present five recent works, all of which combine forgotten archival cinema with avant-garde sound. (Image: Still from The Miners' Hymns) June 16, 2:30 and 4:30
June 17, 4:00 East Building Auditorium
www.nga.gov/programs/film/BMorrison.htm
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FILM WITH LIVE MUSIC AND DISCUSSION
George Bellows-A Musical View
Besides playing a vital role in the New York art scene in the early 20th century, George and Emma Bellows attended and participated in concerts, films, vaudeville shows, and dance events. D. W. Griffith's The New York Hat (1912, 35 mm, 15 minutes), shot near Emma's childhood home, is accompanied on piano by Leslie Amper, who will also discuss the musical life of the couple. (Approximately 70 minutes) (Image: Leslie Amper. Copyright Susan Wilson)
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FAMILY PERFORMANCE
A Perfect Balance
Actor and visual artist Kevin Reese presents A Perfect Balance, a one-man play inspired by Alexander Calder's (1898-1976) mobiles. Celebrating the creative process, playfulness, and invention, this magical show will delight both children (ages 6 and up) and adults. (Approximately 60 minutes)
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This summer, the Gallery's beloved summer tradition of jazz concerts in the Sculpture Garden celebrates its 12th season with weekly performances every Friday evening. Mark Prince's performance on June 8 marks the sixth year of Jazz in the Garden's collaboration with the DC Jazz Festival. Bring a blanket and a picnic or purchase beverages, appetizers, sandwiches, pizzas, and salads from the Pavilion Cafe and its carts. (Image: Mark Prince. Photo: Roy Cox)
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George Bellows, Stag at Sharkey's, 1909
The Cleveland Museum of Art, Hinman B. Hurlbut Collection
The exhibition George Bellows will be on view in the West Building from June 10 to October 8.
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