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The "Pollock Experiments" Paintings:
Imposters or the Real McCoy?
Do you love a good mystery? I know I do. And the Jackson Pollock controversy that’s taking the art news world by storm this week is too intriguing not to mention…
Here’s the deal in a nutshell: according to a recent online article in Newsweek, back in 2002, decades after Pollock’s death, someone discovered over 24 small paintings labeled “Pollock Experiments” in a storage locker that belonged to Herbert Matter, Pollock’s close friend and fellow artist. The artwork certainly featured Pollock's signature drip-painting style, and when the cache's existence was announced in 2005, a fiery debate over the artwork's authenticity ensued.
A painting from the controversial collection,
courtesy of the McMullen Museum of Art, shown online at Newsweek.
This September 1st, the collection in question is about to be shown in an exhibition at the McMullen Museum at Boston College. So naturally, the mystery is being revisited anew. Scholars and art scientists are on the case, but it’s a tough call to make. Want to hear both sides of the debate? Check out the original Newsweek article online.
The late Jackson Pollock in action, photo from "Seeing is Believing" article on Newsweek website,
courtesy of Martha Holmes / LIFE-AP
So, what do you think? Did Pollock paint them or not? If you have an opinion to share, by all means cast your vote here! Otherwise, stay tuned: I'll be keeping my eyes and ears open for updates...
Word to the wise: want to watch videos of the drip-master in action? Check out our recent post: "Poetry in Motion!"
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