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From Stage to Canvas (and vice versa): Theatre and Opera in Fine Art

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Matisses bold colors and fluid forms in works like The Clown pay homage to the vibrancy of circus life, while Calder, who is known for his kinetic sculptures, also drew upon the circus’s dynamism, creating miniature wire circus performances as a playful celebration of its artistry. Lon Bakst – Watercolor Stage Design.

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American Folk Art: Celebrating the Creativity and Craftsmanship of Everyday Artisans 

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Some of the most celebrated of the American folk artists include: Shaker Furniture: Simplicity and Functionality Rare Shaker Red-Painted Pine and Figured Maple Two-Drawer Work Table, Probably New Hampshire, c. Born and raised in Chicago, Darger worked as a custodian and committed to painting with watercolors in his free time.

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American Folk Art: Celebrating the Creativity and Craftsmanship of Everyday Artisans 

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Some of the most celebrated of the American folk artists include: Shaker Furniture: Simplicity and Functionality Rare Shaker Red-Painted Pine and Figured Maple Two-Drawer Work Table, Probably New Hampshire, c. Born and raised in Chicago, Darger worked as a custodian and committed to painting with watercolors in his free time.