Rare Burchfield Watercolors on View at Munson Museum
The Munson Museum of Art in Utica, New York, is hosting an exhibition called 'Watercolor Stories: The Art of Charles E. Burchfield' from June 12 to September 13. The showcase presents rare works from the Edward W. Root Bequest, including notable pieces such as 'Moon in the Orchard' from 1916 and 'Childhood’s Garden' from 1917. The exhibit emphasizes Burchfield’s connection to nature and his roots in Ohio and Western New York. Additionally, a new book featuring a collection of letters between Burchfield and collector Edward Root is being released. Admission costs $8, though entry is free for members.
Key facts
- Exhibition 'Watercolor Stories: The Art of Charles E. Burchfield' runs June 12–September 13 at Munson Museum of Art, Utica, NY.
- Works are from the Edward W. Root Bequest, including 'Moon in the Orchard' (1916) and 'Childhood’s Garden' (1917).
- Burchfield’s watercolors are rarely shown to prevent fading.
- The exhibition explores Burchfield’s friendship with collector Edward Root, spanning 22 years of letters.
- Companion book 'Poetic Passages' co-published with Burchfield Penney Art Center.
- Admission $8; free for Munson members.
- Lead sponsors: Andrew Britton and David Grey; Christian and Cheryl Heilmann; Elizabeth R. Lemieux.
- Burchfield focused on emotionally connected sites in Ohio and Western New York.
Entities
Artists
- Charles E. Burchfield
- Edward W. Root
- Grace Root
Institutions
- Munson Museum of Art
- Burchfield Penney Art Center
- Buffalo State University
- Pratt Institute
- Pratt Munson College of Art and Design
Locations
- Utica
- New York
- Ohio
- Western New York
- Buffalo