"Julia and Ivan" by Gari Melchers, ca. 1921, pastel and crayon on paper
On Display from September 10 through November 21
“Gari Melchers’ Works on Paper: Highlights from the Collection”
Curatorial Intern and University of Mary Washington senior Davida “Vida” Austin has selected almost 20 works on paper for this temporary exhibition.
Vida’s selections represent a survey of styles and subjects that show Melchers development as an artist on paper and span nearly his entire career.
The subject matter is wide-ranging and includes everything from portraits and landscapes to figurative interiors.
Gari Melchers Home and Studio is open everyday, except Wednesdays, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Free to the UMW community.
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