Gerhard Richter: German Genius with Sabry Amroussi
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As the most expensive, and arguably most important, painter alive, fifty years of history will come together in this compelling conversation. You will not only learn about Richter's most famous works, but be exposed to lesser-known, but equally-impressive pieces as well. A lifelong admirer of Richter, Sabry Amroussi will discuss and analyze the career of this monolithic figure, starting with his early works in the 1950s, and spanning styles and topics including photo-paintings, abstracts, landscapes, seascapes, portraits, color charts, grey paintings, glass and mirror works, sculptures, drawings, and photographs, providing the definitive account of Richter's achievements from a critical art history perspective.
Sabry Amroussi is an art historian and writer living and working in Amsterdam. He specializes in the art of the Dutch Golden Age, mainly in the works of Rembrandt and his school, and has a keen interest in the Jewish history of Amsterdam. He lectures and teaches on both subjects and gives art historical tours all across Europe. As a true omnivore when it comes to art, culture, and even cuisine, he has worked with and for major museums and collectors, such as the LACMA, Rijksmuseum, van Gogh Museum and the P de Boer collection in Amsterdam. As a guide for Context, he is eager to share this knowledge in real life, always with a big scoop of humor, ofter intermingling art with social life, cuisine, and history.
This conversation is suitable for all ages.
90 minutes, including a 30 minute Q&A.
Outstanding and fascinating lecture! One of Sabry's best!
Comprehensive look at the artist by Sabry who is always great’!
This was one of the best lectures I've heard Sabry give. He is always a fabulous speaker (one of my favorites), but this lecture tied all of my feelings and understandings about Richter together with a surprise at the end. It was truly enlightening, educational and enjoyable - the 3 Es.
An amazing dive into Richter. Absolutely excellent. Sabry is such a good lecturer I always learn something.
Sabry was ebullient and enthusiastic while providing a fascinating history of Richter’s work. This lecture provided rich detail about the artist’s work and the changes in style over the years. A very informative account.