Changing Gallery II
Romance of the Horse on view until August 22
An exhibition which illustrates the close relationship between Tennesseans and horses, spanning more than 200 years, is on view in the museum's changing galleries. Romance of the Horse features selected elements of equestrian culture, and presents the work of 35 artists, along with such important equestrian artifacts as trophies, racing silks, and historic photographs and documents
The exhibition, which is centered on horses, is divided into six sections entitled: Adventure; Way of Life; Power; Escape; Bravery; and Inspiration. Each section explores the influence of the horse on the art, history and culture of the Volunteer State.
Much of the artwork included in the exhibit is on loan from area private collections and offers visitors the rare opportunity to view the work of Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, Gilbert Gaul and Tennessee artist Joseph Sulkowski, as well as works by many other artists, not normally on public display. Romance of the Horse also showcases artwork from the collection of the State Museum and Belle Meade Plantation.
The exhibition, which is centered on horses, is divided into six sections entitled: Adventure; Way of Life; Power; Escape; Bravery; and Inspiration. Each section explores the influence of the horse on the art, history and culture of the Volunteer State.
Much of the artwork included in the exhibit is on loan from area private collections and offers visitors the rare opportunity to view the work of Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, Gilbert Gaul and Tennessee artist Joseph Sulkowski, as well as works by many other artists, not normally on public display. Romance of the Horse also showcases artwork from the collection of the State Museum and Belle Meade Plantation.
Highlights of the exhibition include:
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A series of bronze sculptures by internationally acclaimed artist Janel Maher
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Monkey On Horse by Pablo Picasso, limited edition print
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Le Cheval De Printemps by Salvador Dali, limited edition print
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Guilford Dudley by Sandor Bodo, oil on canvas
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Lorillard Cup, Official Iroquois Steeplechase trophy, from the collection of Belle Meade Mansion
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Night Horses by Richard Painter, burnt wood and glass
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Flying Horse Mandala by Phurba Namgay, ink on paper
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Yearling Sale at Belle Meade Barn by Joseph Sulkowski
The exhibit is presented in part by Frances Pilkington & Something Special and Nashville Arts magazine. Romance of the Horse continues through August 22, 2010 in the museum’s changing galleries. There is no admission charge.
For more information contact Mary Skinner, Community & Media Relations Officer at mary.skinner@tn.gov
Home Page Image: Marleen De Waele-DeBock, Red Sky over the Farm, 2008
Above: Joseph Sulkowski, Yearling Sale at Belle Meade Barn, 1997
Above: Joseph Sulkowski, Yearling Sale at Belle Meade Barn, 1997