Why choosing a favorite masterpiece is an impossible task
In short: Join Fran Lebowitz for a behind-the-scenes tour of The Met’s Paintings Conservation Lab. As she examines Rembrandt’s 1653 masterpiece, she reflects on the difficulty of selecting just one object from the museum's vast collection.
The video follows Lebowitz through the conservation process, focusing on Rembrandt van Rijn's 'Aristotle with a Bust of Homer' (1653). This oil on canvas work, measuring approximately 143.5 x 136.5 cm, offers a glimpse into the meticulous care required to preserve such significant Dutch art.
Beyond the technicalities of the lab, Lebowitz shares a personal anecdote from her visits to The Met and contemplates the sheer scale of the museum's holdings, which makes picking a single favorite piece an impossible feat.
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