Accession Number
110969
Medium
Oil on canvas
Dimensions
61 × 91.4 cm (24 × 36 in.)
Classification
Painting
Credit Line
Gift of Mary and Leigh Block
Background & Context
Background Story
Richard Estes's Murano Glass is a Photorealist painting by the American master of the genre. Estes (born 1932) is known for his meticulously detailed urban scenes that explore reflection, transparency, and the surfaces of the modern city. This painting likely shows glass objects or a shop window with glass.
Cultural Impact
Estes was a leading figure in the Photorealist movement.
Why It Matters
This painting of Murano glass explores reflection and transparency with Photorealist precision.
