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A woman with closed eyes rests her head on a surface, holding an ornate African mask. The sepia-toned image conveys a serene and introspective mood.
More Than a Muse
Discover Kiki de Montparnasse’s influence on Man Ray’s photography as much more than a muse.
Mark Braude
October 10
Dusty floor with intricate geometric patterns partially covered by a thin layer of dust. Soft footprints disrupt the dust, adding texture and intrigue.
Nonconformist Spirits
How did two of the twentieth century’s most important artists engender mutual growth in their radical art?
Dawn Ades
October 10
Abstract photogram with overlapping shapes, including a comb and geometric patterns, creating a surreal, monochromatic composition. Bold and mysterious.
The Spark of Recognition
How did Tristan Tzara’s unique understanding of Man Ray’s revolutionary use of photography transform art history?
Adrian Sudhalter
October 10
A close-up of the Moon's surface shows intricate details against a dark sky. A white electrical cord runs horizontally with a switch in the foreground.
An Overlooked Partnership
Learn about the decades long affection and admiration between Man Ray and Lee Miller.
Ami Bouhassane
October 10
A man and woman in a dimly lit gallery observe black-and-white abstract art on dark walls. The mood is focused and contemplative.
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Exhibition Tour—Man Ray: When Objects Dream
Join Stephanie D’Alessandro, Leonard A. Lauder Curator of Modern Art and Senior Research Coordinator, and Stephen Pinson, Curator in the Department of Photographs, to virtually explore Man Ray: When Objects Dream.
September 25
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.
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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.
September 18
A green, yellow, and pink parrot's head, with a hinge at the base of its neck.
Little Luxuries
A closer look at the British enamels industry surfaces complex questions around consumerism, exploitation, and nationalism that continue to reverberate today.
Ella Mints
July 18
Two porcelain figures. The one to the left is a black man holding a platter and a cup, wearing a turban. the woman to the right is porcelain white in a regal dress also holding a tea cup. The two are against a blue background.
But What of His Fashionability, His Beauty, His Blackness?
How did eighteenth-century European art subtly obscure Black labor and promote subjection?
Adrienne L. Childs
July 1
Four mannequins display vibrant fashion in a showroom. Outfits include red satin, yellow silk, blue sequins, and green sequined pants, creating a bold and stylish atmosphere.
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Exhibition Tour—Superfine: Tailoring Black Style
Join Monica L. Miller, Guest Curator and Professor and Chair of African Studies, Barnard College, Columbia University, on a tour of the exhibition Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, with an introduction from Andrew Bolton, Curator in Charge of The Costume Institute. The Costume Institute’s spring 2025 exhibition presents a cultural and historical examination of Black style over three hundred years through the concept of dandyism. Through a presentation of garments and accessories, paintings, photographs, decorative arts, and more, from the 18th century to today, Superfine interprets this sartorial practice as both an aesthetic and a strategy that allowed for new social and political possibilities.
Monica L. Miller and Andrew Bolton
May 22
Cropped studio portrait of a man in a pinstripe suit, tie, and hat
“No Indifferent Appearance”
How is Black dandyism integral to Black identity and the history of fashion?
Monica L. Miller
May 14