Gallery Buzz

There is a case in the Folk Art Gallery has just been reinstalled with five ceramic works from MAG’s permanent collection  – just in time for our Centennial celebration. We will share a few examples here – but be sure to come in and see the full display.

“One Flower” Vase

Stephen Merritt
American, born 1947
“One Flower” Vase, 2000
Terracotta
Purchased by the friends and family of Robert W. and Judith-Ellen Brown, 2000.7

“Gold Shell Plate”

Richard Hirsch
American, born 1944
Gold Shell Plate, 1971
Clay with gold iridescent glaze
Gift of Marguerite and Robert Antell, 81.54

“Vase”

Frans Wildenhain
American (born Germany), 1905-1980
Vase
Ceramic
Bequest of Isabel C. Herdle, 2005.161

The Memorial Art Gallery (MAG) has a long tradition of supporting and showcasing the works of many of the distinguished artists who have taught and continue to teach at the western New York schools with specialized craft programs.  MAG held the first exhibition by SAC faculty and students in the early 1950s, and continues to hold the Rochester-Finger Lakes Exhibition that began in 1938.

MAG strives to raise awareness and promote the importance of regional and internationally-known craft artists who are represented in MAG’s permanent collection.