The BYU Museum of Art is hosting a fabulous exhibit on display until sometime next year slammed full of beautiful and inspiring art by Carl Bloch. We went for the first time tonight and it was amazing. I warned John that I would probably cry uncontrollably for at least part of it. His art is so touching to me, especially because he is Danish and my dad served his mission in Denmark.
They have a short intro movie to help introduce you to Carl Bloch and then you walk into the main gallery right to his rendition of "Doubting Thomas". I could NOT stop crying. It was such a huge, grand piece. My emotion might have been partly that I have always considered myself somewhat of a doubting Thomas, especially since that was my maiden name. It was a very touching moment to see that piece and think of how merciful our Savior really is.
It was amazing to me to think that just a few short months ago, and for the entire rest of their lives, 8 of these gorgeous altarpieces were in churches in Denmark and Sweden. It makes me wonder what, if anything was put in their place. Do the people miss them? Do they realize how amazing they are? It was truly an inspirational exhibit and next time we will pay the $3 a piece and rent the iPad to have the full experience.
Jen, I love you. Thank you for sharing. We are excited to see the exhibit. And, we will rent the iPad as per your suggestion. I love the one Bloch painted of Christ in Gethsemane being comforted by an angel. I often need the comfort of an angel. God is so kind and good. Do have a great day and be of good cheer. Margot
ReplyDeleteThere was a video on KSL about the exhibit with people from Denmark wishing the altar pieces farewell. I'm glad you guys went to see them! I'd probably cry too....
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