Nan Rosenthal, curator at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (1994-2008), speaks with visual artist Vija Celmins, best known for photo-realistic paintings of natural phenomena, about her career, artistic influences and inspirations, and art. Artwork discussed includes Flying Fortress (1966) and Moon Surface (Luna 9) #1 (1969). The discussion concludes with audience questions.
Recorded February 24, 1994 at The 92nd Street Y, New York.
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