The Frick Collection



Elizabeth-Sir Joshua Reynolds



As you all know from my last blog that I minored in Art History. Funny thing is I loathe history.(OK all you history buffs don't 'rake' me over the coals)..why look into our past when we can just move forward and create new and wonderful things in our "story". However, I find Art History fascinating and, especially studying in Florence, Italy it made the whole process incredible. Fast forward.......recently my good friend and I toured the Frick Collection in New York City, which is right in my back yard. You  may not have to travel the world to see the Old Masters and European sculptures.



 
Henry Frick built a beautiful mansion at the turn of the century on Fifth Avenue in New York City. Mr Frick was a wealthy Industrialist who was able to purchase many prize pieces of artwork. Such master pieces as Bellini, Vermeer, Goya, Rembrandt and, Whistler reside in this glorious home to this day. Unfortunately, Henry Frick was able to enjoy his mansion completed and art installed for only 5 years until his death.  We are blessed to have such a jewel of a collection that we can visit  not only the masters art and sculpture but, the home itself which shows the wealth and abundance of the Gilded Age.

There are expansive rooms such as the Fragonard Room where large panels of artwork by Jean-Honoree Fragonard depict  his idea of  the "Progress of Love".  Some of the panels tower over you at 7' x 10'  and larger.The beauty and detail are amazing, people had the time and money to do such intricate detail of art. Not that paintings aren't intricate and beautiful today but, this particular style may  never be produced again. Never say Never??



Portrait of Lady Meux-James McNeill Whistler

The architecture of the Frick Home is one to be seen. The grand staircase and incredible detail throughout is one that if you are in New York City you should definitely tour. Even if  art and architecture are not your "love",  it is a wonder to experience how one of the wealthy industrial barons lived and, loved the architecture of his mansion.

I guess he knew that..... home was the most important place in the world.

I hope this inspires you and the design of your own home. Not that were all millionaires but, take a look around your house or office, what simple steps can you take to enhance the interior design.

Let me know if you tour the Frick Collection and your thoughts and impressions.

Terri

The Frick Collection
1 East 70th St
New York, NY 10021
Tues-Sat 10-6
Sun         11-5




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