I would love to see this show.
Color Moves: Art and Fashion by Sonia Delauney opens at the Cooper-Hewitt on March 18.
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March 18, 2011
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Oooh, yes, wouldn't it be a fabulous show to see! I am lucky to own a book of her textile designs, which is as close as I'll get to the real thing.
Posted by: Heather | March 19, 2011 at 03:11 PM
YES! I'm thinking the 90 swatches alone would take me 2-3 days to respond to!
Posted by: Karoda | April 12, 2011 at 04:34 PM
There is a catalog that accompanies this exhibit. I know its not as good as being there in person.
Posted by: Karoda | April 12, 2011 at 04:54 PM