Photos of the “American Modernism from the Charles Butt Collection,” courtesy of the MFAH
Texas philanthropist Charles Butt opens his esteemed exhibit “American Modernism from the Charles Butt Collection” on Oct. 23, at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
The collection features over 80 works of art from various artists including Stuart Davis, Georgia O’Keeffe, Jacob Lawrence, Thomas Hart Benton, Jackson Pollock, Joan Mitchell and many more.
The exhibition is a presentation of American creativity, and a deep dive into various experiences and sectors of American history.
“American Modernism from the Charles Butt Collection is imbued with a sense of adventure and a sense of place,” says Alison de Lima Greene, MFAH Isabel Brown Wilson Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art, and co-curator of the Houston presentation.
“More than a textbook survey of American modernism, the Charles Butt Collection shows many of the artists at turning points in their careers, with signature works and intimate sketches that encompass a remarkable range of expression and achievement,” further states Greene.
“American Modernism from the Charles Butt Collection” is a combination of five thematic sections to reflect Butt’s lifelong passions. These sections include Intimate Perspectives, The Language of the Sea, Land Progressions, Geometric Utopias/Dystopias and New Directions.
Moreover, Butt’s collection is a beautifully visual experience made for everyone to enjoy.
Don’t miss it, check out “American Modernism from the Charles Butt Collection” at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston; Open now until Jan. 18, 2027.
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