When you visit art, start a dialogue. Let your mind roam. Just see what pops up? Then don't be afraid to connect the dots. Grandma Moses offers so many intriguing details. She's often been compared to Renaissance masters like Pieter Bruegel the Elder and Hieronymus Bosch. The former for his portrayal of the common man's life and the latter for commitment to details that fascinate the imagination. Ever since I was given a copy of Dr. Seuss' "Go Dog Go," I've loved getting lost in images depicting multiple activities and many stories. This is very much a component of Moses' paintings. They are as much stories as they are images. Here are 5 that illustrate my point.
"The Fight Between Carnival and Lent," 1559
Pieter Bruegel the Elder (c. 1527 - 1569)
"Sugaring Off"
1943
"The Quilting Bee"
1950
"July Fourth"
1951
"The Checkered House"
1955
"Eagle Bridge Hotel"
1959
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