Continuing its 70th anniversary, yearlong focus on collecting, the Hunter Museum of American Art will present the second of three, anniversary-year special exhibitions featuring collections – this one a collection of fantasy illustrations. Opening the evening of Thursday, May 19, Enchanted: A History of Fantasy Illustration will highlight some of the most memorable and stunning characters and scenes from the realm of fantasy and will take visitors on a fantastical journey through centuries of fairy tales, myths, and legends.
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From The Epic of Gilgamesh to Game of Thrones, the exhibition reveals how artists have brought mythology, folklore, and modern epics to life, portraying impossible realities where dragons breathe fire, angels battle demons and magicians weave spells. Enchanted, organized by the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, Mass., features more than 100 artworks. While focusing on American fantasy illustrations from the early 20th century to the present, the collection featured in the Enchanted exhibition also includes artwork depicting over five centuries of legends and lore.
“For anyone who has ever lost themselves in a fairytale, or spent an afternoon engrossed in a comic book, this exhibition is for you,” said Hunter Museum Chief Curator Nandini Makrandi. “Enchanted is the first major exhibition delving into the many worlds of fantasy art, with historic artworks dating as far back as ancient Roman times to contemporary digital pieces that are part of present everyday culture.”
Step into the world of fantasy and explore during Enchanted: A History of Fantasy Illustration, generously sponsored by See Rock City, Inc. During the run of the exhibition, the Hunter Museum is hosting enchanting events that will teleport visitors of all ages to a magical realm. Visit www.huntermuseum.org to learn more and to find a complete list of exhibition-related events.