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A statue of a deer with a red tribal mask and antlers stands in front of an ornate stone facade. Text reads “The Genesis Facade Commission, Jeffrey Gibson, The Animal That Therefore I Am.”
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The Genesis Facade Commission: Jeffrey Gibson, The Animal That Therefore I Am

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A bald man in a colorful plaid jacket looks up at a large sculpture adorned with acorns. The setting is an urban plaza, conveying curiosity and contemplation.

Meet the Artist—The Genesis Facade Commission: Jeffrey Gibson, The Animal That Therefore I Am

Step into the artistic journey of Jeffrey Gibson’s creation of four large-scale figurative sculptures for The Met’s 2025 Genesis Facade Commission. Drawing on Indigenous worldviews and the rich history of bronze sculpture, Gibson explores the interconnectedness of all living beings and the environment in this powerful installation on The Met Fifth Avenue’s iconic facade.
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Black-and-white headshot of Jeffrey Gibson in a circular frame against a yellow background.
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An Evening with Jeffrey Gibson
Join artist Jeffrey Gibson and curator Jane Panetta for a conversation about his suite of four figurative sculptures for The Met Fifth Avenue’s facade.
September 15, 2025