Friday, August 3, 2012

Offering of the Angels

Philly’s a fabulous art city, but even I admit that Florence, Italy probably has us beat.  The Accademia de Belle Arti, the Museo Nazionale del Bargello, the Palazzo Vecchio...  But don’t despair!  There’s a way you can see some of the fabulous treasures of the world-renowned Uffizi, without spending thousands of dollars in airfare.

Through August 12, our own James A. Michener Museum in Doylestown is exhibiting a selection of masterpieces called Offering of the Angels: Treasures from the Uffizi Gallery.  It features almost 50 examples of art created between the 15th and 17th centuries, including this:


The Miracle of the Manna was painted by Fabrizio Boschi in the late 1590s.  I’m sort of in love with those elaborate gold and silver urns the people are holding—they remind me of these:
The Orchid is made of cream suede embossed with a gold embossed paisley print, and has a beautiful gold bow with silver rhinestones at the round toe.  They are so vintage glam I can barely stand it.  Find them at Irregular Choice on sale for $127—also available in red, blue, or black suede, too!


This is Francesco Mazzola’s Madonna with Child, which he finished in 1525.  I love all the delicate head coverings and halos in Renaissance work—and look at the dove (er, Holy Spirit) nestled in the book!


The Coraline by Butter is lovely satin peep-toe slingback with a cheery feather explosion at the toe!  It has a four-inch heel and half-inch platform, and can be found at Endless for $286. 

It’s not every day art’s treasures are so close to home, so make the trip if you can!

Offering of the Angels is on display for one more week!  Head up to the Michener Museum (drive or take the SEPTA Lansdown/Doylestown line til the end) and have your fill of amazing Italian art for only $15.  Don’t miss it!


Sales this weekend:
Aerosoles: End-of-summer sale-- up to 65% off
Bakers: 25% off all sandals
Lord & Taylor: 50% off already-reduced shoes, plus 20% off with savings pass or promo code LASTCHANCE
Macy's: Shoe sale and clearance-- save 40-65%
Nordstrom: Anniversary sale through Monday
Steve Madden: 30% off select new fall styles

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