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DIVINE INFLUENCE: PAST AND PRESENT
Contemporary Abstract Art and Sacred Sculptural Works
from the Merton D. Simpson Collection of African and Oceanic Tribal Art
WILMER JENNINGS GALLERY at Kenkeleba
219 East 2nd Street (between Avenues B & C)
November 14 to December 31, 2010
CLICK HERE to view images of opening event
CLICK HERE to view images of the installation
Gallery Hours: Wednesday to Saturday, 11 am to 6 pm
and by appointment 212.674.3939
Show runs to December 31, 2010
The Wilmer Jennings Gallery at Kenkeleba is pleased to present Divine Influence: Past and Present, a spirited showcase of works by 10 contemporary abstract artists, juxtaposed with works of African sculpture and reliquary figures from the world famous Merton D. Simpson Collection of Tribal Art. Artists: Jordan Betten, Stephan Fowlkes, Gregory Coates, Natalie Giugni, Naury Joaquin, Charlotte Kâ, Larry Compton Kolawole, Merton Simpson, Francine Tint and Agni Zotis.
Curated by Juliette Pelletier of Reflect-arts, Inc. and Corinne Jennings, Director of the Wilmer Jennings Gallery.
Senufo "rhythm pounder", Ivory Coast
Merton D.Simpson, Untitled, 1963, oil on canvas, 42" x 36" |
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Kenkeleba programs are made possible with funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, celebrating 50 years of building strong, creative communities in New York State's 62 counties; and supported, in part, by public funds from the City of New York Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, and many generous friends.
The Merton D. Simpson Gallery, located in Chelsea, 38 West 28th St., NYC, is home to an astounding collection of tribal and modern works of art, all of which were selected by Simpson over the span of nearly 60 years. World-renowned for his discerning eye, artistic and musical talents, Merton D. Simpson has created a rich legacy. www.mertonsimpson.comThe gallery is currently open by appointment. For more information, call the Merton D. Simpson Gallery at tel. 212.686.6735 or email info@mertonsimpson.com |
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Reflect-arts, Inc. | c/o MDS | 38 W. 28th St. 5th Fl. | New York | NY | 10001
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