April 29 - May 17, 2019
Often cited, along with Grant Wood, as a founder of what would be termed Regionalism, Thomas Hart Benton found his own vernacular, infused with the Synchromist flavors of Stanton MacDonald-Wright, as well as his own sculptural-modeling interpretations of Old Master practices. Though his work was, for a period, outshined by one of his star pupils, Jackson Pollock, Benton has lost little popularity or relevance, and indeed is enjoying renewed interest for his uniquely modern look at American country life. Menconi + Schoelkopf, in collaboration with Surovek Gallery and Lester Thompson Fine Art, presents a group of major works from across Benton’s long and extraordinary career. Open to the public at 22 E 80th Street from April 29 through May 17.