The Worcester Art Museum’s Master Series gives a close up look at one or two works by six signature artists. Exhibited in different galleries throughout the Museum, these intimate displays allow for contemplation and study of some of the world’s most celebrated artists. The 2014-15 series includes the artists listed below.
Master Series Third Thursdays hosted by the WAM Members’ Council
Enjoy an art talk related one of the featured Master Series artists, plus music, cash bar, cheese and crackers – and the company of other art enthusiasts! Free with Museum admission.
William HogarthPortraits of William James Thursday, October 16, 6pm Preserving Mr. and Mrs. James: Worcester Art Museum conservators Rita Albertson and Philip Klausmeyer discuss their work restoring the Hogarth paintings. |
Norman RockwellStudy for “The Nightwatchman“ Thursday, November 20, 6pm Reflections on Rockwell: Deborah Solomon, author of American Mirror: The Life and Art of Norman Rockwell talks about one of America’s most |
RaphaelThe Cowper Madonna Thursday, February 19, 6pm Raphael: Raphael scholar Linda Wolk-Simon sheds light on this Renaissance master. |
Anthony van DyckPortrait of a Nobleman Thursday, March 19, 6pm Portrait of a Nobleman: Matthew Cushman, project conservator at Yale University, and Jon Seydl, director of curatorial affairs and curator of European art, discuss what conservation has revealed about this painting by Anthony van Dyck. |
RembrandtThe Three Musicians Thursday, April 16, 6pm Rembrandt and Fallibility: Jon Seydl, director of curatorial affairs and curator of European art, shares insights on two early works by the Dutch master. |
Tsukioka YoshitoshiFujiwara no Yasumasa Thursday, May 21, 6pm Yoshitoshi: Speaker TBD |