Gene Davis's 'Franklin's Footpath' and His Second Solo Show Reviewed
In 1972, Gene Davis, a Color Field artist, produced what was promoted as the largest painting globally, 'Franklin's Footpath,' a mural on the ground situated along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, directing visitors to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. This ambitious public art initiative was backed by the museum's Department of Urban Outreach. A critique of his second solo exhibition at this location, which commenced in 2013, offers insights into his initial appearance there.
Key facts
- Gene Davis created 'Franklin's Footpath' in 1972.
- The painting was billed as the world's largest painting.
- It was a ground mural along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
- The mural stretched up to the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
- The project was sponsored by the museum's Department of Urban Outreach.
- Davis's second solo show opened at the same venue.
- The review covers his 2013 debut at the venue.
- Davis was a Color Field painter.
Entities
Artists
- Gene Davis
Institutions
- Philadelphia Museum of Art
- artcritical
- Department of Urban Outreach
Locations
- Benjamin Franklin Parkway
- Philadelphia
- United States