Earlier this week after the school drop-off was done I
decided some mama time was due. I have a list of things I would like to do in
the city that B might not enjoy and this week I managed to tick something off
the list; the Met!
The Met on Fifth Avenue has over two million square feet of
art spanning many cultures and time periods.
With a museum so vast, I knew I wouldn’t have time to see it
all, but I knew I wanted to see the Modern and Contemporary section, so planned
a route that would allow me to spend the most time there.
I started off exploring the Greek and Roman art, which was
very impressive. I particularly enjoyed the hallway (pictured below) that leads
to many of the items.
I then passed through the Arts of Africa, Oceania and the
Americas. Much of the art here felt delicate and fragile, but was beautifully
made and some pieces were exceptionally large.
Then onto the Modern and Contemporary Art, this section
alone houses more than 12,000 works of art so I didn’t quite get through them
all. Because I arrived at the museum very early, I managed to beat the crowds.
Sometimes I was the only visitor in the room, so the staff were very helpful
and I got personal tours of some of the Modern
and Contemporary Art rooms!
I then moved onto the European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
which were interesting, but being from England I have explored many historic
buildings and cathedrals around Europe and must admit I prefer to see this sort
of artwork in its original location.
One area you simply can’t miss is the roof garden. Currently
an installation from British artist Cornelia Parker is in place. The
transitional object (PsychoBarn) is a scaled down version of the sinister
mansion from Alfred Hitchcock’s 1960 film Psycho.
The views of the city over Central Park are absolutely
amazing from the roof garden. You just have to be quick to find a spot to take
your picture as there are lots of young girls up there taking selfies and group
shots, with such a beautiful back drop I can't say I blame them!
You can find more about the Met and plan your visit on their
website.
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Greek and Roman Art hallway. |
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A Roman marble head. |
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A curiosity in Arts of Africas, Oceania and the Americas. |
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Modern and Contemporary selection. |
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Modern and Contemporary selection. |
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Modern and Contemporary selection. |
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I know a little boy wouldn't be able to resist this piece! |
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Top tip - visit early! |
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Top tip - visit early! |
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PsychoBarn. |
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Just look at that view. |
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I wish I could of spent longer up here. |
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