Krasner and Pollock: A Reconsideration Amidst Art World News
In a recent piece, Valentina Di Liscia, senior editor at Hyperallergic, draws attention to a personal essay by artist Lia Strasser that reevaluates the dynamics between Lee Krasner and Jackson Pollock. Inspired by The Metropolitan Museum of Art's forthcoming exhibition "Krasner and Pollock: Past Continuous," Strasser's essay confronts the prevalent belief that Krasner's artistry was eclipsed by her husband’s. Initially feeling frustrated, she reflects on her own artistic path and revisits the couple's East Hampton home, ultimately emphasizing Krasner's autonomy. The editorial also mentions the death of Yayoi Kusama at 97, leading to tributes from the art community; a diamond necklace theft at the Museum of Applied Arts in Vienna; and the demolition of the Rike Park Music Theatre in Tbilisi, Georgia, which has incited public protest. Further, a review critiques a Bruges exhibition for its Eurocentric focus, while an archival feature highlights anti-apartheid photographer Ernest Cole.
Key facts
- Lia Strasser wrote an essay about Lee Krasner and Jackson Pollock, published by Hyperallergic.
- The Metropolitan Museum of Art announced an exhibition titled 'Krasner and Pollock: Past Continuous'.
- Strasser initially reacted negatively to the joint exhibition, advocating for a solo show for Krasner.
- Strasser visited the Pollock-Krasner House in Springs, East Hampton.
- Yayoi Kusama died last week at the age of 97.
- A platinum and diamond necklace was stolen from the Museum of Applied Arts in Vienna.
- Demolitions at the Rike Park Music Theatre and Exhibition Hall in Tbilisi, Georgia, prompted outcry.
- A Bruges exhibition aiming to de-center Europe was criticized for not living up to its premise.
Entities
Artists
- Lia Strasser
- Lee Krasner
- Jackson Pollock
- Yayoi Kusama
- Hans Namuth
- Ernest Cole
- Hilary Lorenz
- Natasha Seaman
- John Edwin Mason
- Mary Gabriel
Institutions
- Hyperallergic
- The Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Pollock-Krasner House
- Museum of Applied Arts
- Rike Park Music Theatre and Exhibition Hall
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
Locations
- East Hampton
- Springs
- Vienna
- Tbilisi
- Georgia
- Bruges
- Belgium
- Ireland