[Special thanks to Kevin Manion for his generous assistance with this post.]
Since you are reading what is generally referred to as “Guy’s personal blog,” it makes a certain kind of sense to say, once again, how we New Yorkers seem to have a special appreciation for what is available to us. Why? Because we find ourselves surrounded by beautiful things, material objects that practically call for appreciation, as I’ve just said. And as a long-time resident, I’m happy to share that in all the years I’ve lived in New York, I’ve been known to say repeatedly that my two favorite museums are the one we’ve always called The Cloisters (now referred to as “The Met Cloisters,” in recognition of the museum’s role as part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art) and The Frick Collection.




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Thank you for this lovely piece, Guy. I will definitely plan to visit the Frick Madison next time I am in New York City – and you and Andrew as well, of course!
Jane Reed in Dobbs Ferry, NY writes:
Guy, I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed this. I love how you captured the moment of stepping off the elevator and encountering the angel. I gasped! Sculpture from that period, and earlier, really speaks to me. And thank you for the shadow!
Cloisters and Frick are two of my favorite places. I also have always enjoyed the Breuer building, despite criticism. Thanks so much for this much-needed bright bit of news.
Mindy Papp in Bedford, NY writes
Reading your Barbet post brought back the lovely memory of our time there together.
Bravo on your post, research, and encouragement to others to visit and bask in it’s serenity!
Michelle Drabik writes:
I agree. Love visiting the Frick. Also enjoy the serenity of the Cloisters.