Is it an experimental lighting device, the subject of New Vision films and photographs, or a motorized kinetic sculpture?
One of the most significant works in the Busch-Reisinger Museum’s collection, László Moholy-Nagy’s Light Prop for an Electric Stage has expanded our definition of art for 90 years. In this video, curators Lynette Roth and Melissa Venator explain the sculpture’s fascinating history and lively presence in our galleries today.
German expressionist Karl Schmidt-Rottluff included a clay pipe bowl (Ki-kuet pue) from the Bamum Kingdom (modern-day Republic of Cameroon) in his painting. How did this object become part of his private collection?
Why is there a ❤️ on an ancient Roman wall painting fragment? Former graduate student intern Vivian Jin takes a deeper look at a series of objects at the museums that trace the symbolic evolution of the heart symbol.
Welcome to the Harvard Art Museums! We are three museums—the Fogg, Busch-Reisinger, and Arthur M. Sackler—all in one building. Have fun exploring our galleries; just ask any staff member for help finding your way.