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Frist Center opens American Chronicles: The Art of Norman Rockwell

The Frist Center for the Visual Arts presents American Chronicles: The Art of Norman Rockwell, an exhibition on view November 1, 2013 through February 9, 2014.

Norman Rockwell Christmas Homecoming 1948 Norman Rockwell Museum
Norman Rockwell Christmas Homecoming 1948 Norman Rockwell Museum

Norman Rockwell, one of America’s most beloved and recognized artists, honed his visual storytelling abilities creating illustrations for some of the nation’s most prominent publications, and is fondly remembered for his emotionally appealing, idealized scenes of early 20th century American life. Rockwell’s images portray scenes of human triumph and frailty with affectionate humor, dignity, and kindness, often emphasizing the importance of tolerance and America’s democratic ideals.

Featuring over 40 paintings and a selection of drawings, tear-sheets, and other related works, including original Saturday Evening Post covers, American Chronicles: The Art of Norman Rockwell traces the evolution of Rockwell’s art and iconography throughout his career—from carefully choreographed reflections on childhood innocence to consciousness-raising images documenting the traumatic realities of desegregation in the South.

American Chronicles: The Art of Norman Rockwell has been organized by the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. http://fristcenter.org