Jackson Pollock (American, 1912–1956): Mural, 1943.
Oil and casein on canvas.
The University of Iowa Museum of Art, Gift of Peggy Guggenheim
Pollock’s Mural goes to the Getty for restoration work (July 2013)
Pollock’s Mural shown at the Getty after conservation Jackson Pollock’s monumental painting “Mural” and an exploration of its creation, early history and conservation will be on view at the J. Paul Getty Museum at the Getty Center for a limited time March 11 through June 1, 2014.]]>
March 13, 2014, source: Getty Museum
Following extensive joint study and treatment by the J. Paul Getty Museum and the Getty Conservation Institute (GCI) as part of an agreement with the University of Iowa Museum of Art, the artwork is exhibited alongside new research, showcasing a significant transitional moment in Pollock’s career. The exhibition is jointly curated by Scott Schaefer, Curator Emeritus of the J. Paul Getty Museum; Tom Learner, Head of GCI Science overseeing the GCI’s Modern and Contemporary Art Research Initiative; and Yvonne Szafran, Head of the J. Paul Getty Museum’s Paintings Conservation department.
Pollock is among the most influential painters in American history, and Mural is widely recognized as a crucial watershed moment for the artist. The storied artwork also has a number of persistent myths associated with it – the most prevalent being that it was painted by Pollock in a frenzied, 24-hour session.
“This painting is of the greatest importance in the history of 20th century art,” said Jim Cuno, President and CEO of the J. Paul Getty Trust. “We are honored to have been entrusted with task of scientifically analyzing and treating this painting. Our work has revealed much new and significant information about the painting and its role in a transitional moment in Pollock’s career. We are pleased to be able to share this research and the painting itself, which is rarely seen outside of Iowa, with visitors to the Getty from around the world.”
Mural was Pollock’s first commission by legendary art collector Peggy Guggenheim and the work has been in the University of Iowa’s art collection since it was donated by her in 1951.
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