A cabinetmaker's chest of tools, samples of raw materials, and designers' pattern books introduce the techniques and taste choices that were part of the cabinetmaking process. A wall of chairs dating from the 1750s to the 1850s illustrates both regional and chronological developments in New England and the Mid-Atlantic. Students will learn to appreciate the art in these objects.
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An object, part of Leo and Doris Hodroff Collection at Winterthur, a donation of more than 200 pieces of Chinese and Japanese export porcelain made for the European and American market between 1550 and 1900, can serve as the focus of aesthetic appreciation.
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Wednesdays, October 1 - December 17,
2-4pm
Instructor: Marilyn Bauman (Assisted by Mary Lally and David Nolan)
The Violette de Mazia Foundation and Winterthur Musuem and Country Estate are pleased to offer “Informed Perception” to be held in the Rotunda and galleries of Winterthur Museum this fall.
Winterthur, an American country estate, is the former home of Henry Francis du Pont (1880-1969), an avid antiques collector and horticulturist. In the early 20th century, H. F. du Pont and his father, Henry Algernon du Pont, designed Winterthur in the spirit of 18th- and 19th-century European country houses.
This first-of-its-kind course in this setting showcases the permanent exhibitions in the Galleries at Winterthur. From a collection of more than 85,000 objects made or used in America between 1640 and 1860, Winterthur curators have crafted displays that focus on specific media.
“Informed Perception” will introduce students to an objective method for understanding the aesthetic and expressive content of this art as well as the art in everyday life.
Classes will be held in the Rotunda as well as in the galleries giving students the opportunity to interact directly with works of art.
A maximum of 20 students will be selected to receive full scholarships. All scholarships will be provided by the Violette de Mazia Foundation.
For more information, please call the Violette de Mazia office: 610-971-9960.
Click here to download/open the application (Microsoft Word)
Deadline for applications is September 26, 2008.
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