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A Look Inside the Peacock Room
In this 2010 clip from a Smithsonian Channel documentary, take a closer peek at the resplendent and unique room in the Freer Gallery of Art. (1:56)
Related:
The Story Behind the Peacock Room's Princess
How a portrait sparked a battle between an artist–James McNeill Whistler—and his patron–Frederick R. Leyland
June 2011 |
By Owen Edwards
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Comments (6)
This is a great explanation of the Peacock Room ... but the "back story" that has been left out is that of Charles Lang Freer ... the Detroit industrialist who was the person responsible for bringing the Peacock Room from London to his own home in Detroit. Freer's generous contribution to the Smithsonian,the Freer Gallery, included his personal collection of art AND the Peacock Room.
Posted by Sue Shoemaker on April 21,2012 | 04:29 PM
That story is so amazing. That room make me feel surprised because of beautiful pictures. :)
Posted by Evelyn D' Kim on June 19,2011 | 11:52 PM
I am a Whistler fan of many years and when I saw the Peacock Room in person I was more than amazed and astounded at the beauty, grace, and history of this artistic achievement. Thanks to the Smithsonian everyone can appreciate ths masterpiece. Thanks for spotlighting it in your magazine.
Posted by Jean Schmidt on June 17,2011 | 07:04 PM
I have just recieved my latest Smithsonian Magazine and had read it from cover to cover, as usual. I was so happy to see this in my e-mail box. Thank you for making this seem to come alive for. me.
I enjoy you magazine so much, I can hardly wait from month to month. I have been along-time subscriber and will continue for many years.
Thanks again
Posted by Lynda Green on June 3,2011 | 12:49 PM
Loved the photographs--not so sure about the commentary, which didn't really tell the story. Would have liked a longer look at individual views.
Posted by Janet Campbell on June 1,2011 | 05:57 PM
First time I have looked at Smithsonian Institute site, this is why you are such a great country, ahead of all others. Great minds in America,past and present. Forward thinkers and the ability to think outside the square. Thank you for your site. I,ll be passing it on to others. God bless America and all your people. je reveins. Louise Sydney Australia.
Posted by Louise Brennan on May 30,2011 | 06:29 AM