January Issue 2002
New Fine Arts Gallery Opens in Charlotte, NC's South End
The ElderArt Gallery has introduced a new concept to the local arts scene in Charlotte, NC. The gallery will feature work by contemporary American artists, as well as vintage paintings from the early 1800s through the 1950s.
"Our objective is to provide a wide selection of work that is currently being produced by established artists from around the country and, at the same time, showcase paintings that reflect life from a different era," said Larry Elder, owner. "Our Vintage Gallery complements our contemporary galleries. The viewer can compare and contrast the type of work that is representative of the period in which it was produced."
The Vintage Gallery is currently showing two paintings that represent historical significance. The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse was painted in 1919 by Heinrich Arad Schmidt to present his design of the stained glass window for the Munich Cathedral in Germany. "As the story goes, the windows were installed in the Cathedral but were lost in the bombing of the city during the war. Schmidt escaped from Nazi Germany with eight paintings, one of which is the large painting that is on display at our gallery" said Elder.
The other painting is Mary Magdalene at the Sepulcher that was painted in 1846 by Edward Harrison May. "This is an exquisite painting that could be shown in most any museum in the country" said Elder. "Both paintings reflect our commitment to present some of the finest work available in Charlotte."
A wide variety of styles, media and subject matter will be available at ElderArt. Among its offerings, the gallery will present paintings done in photo-realism, impressionism and abstract styles. ElderArt will represent nationally-known artists with a strong focus on artists from the Southeast.
"Our gallery reflects the tremendous amount of talent that exists in our region as well as in the Southwest. Each artist is unique in his approach and in the subject matter portrayed," Elder said. "Our shows will provoke thought and demonstrate masterful techniques by gifted artists."
The gallery is currently featuring works by
Douglas Atwill, Robert Chance, Thomas Kerrigan, Paul Ladnier,
Sara Dame Setzer, Kathering Webb, Carl Blair, Claire Miller Hopkins,
Darell Koons, Jon Nelson, and Amy Goldstein, through Jan. 31,
2002.
On occasion, there will be special exhibitions that revolve around
specific themes. During 2002 the gallery has plans to present
exhibits to commemorate Black History Month, The Art of Food,
as well as A Celebration of the Human Figure, to name a few. Throughout
the year artists will conduct lectures, demonstrations and workshops
at the gallery.
ElderArt Gallery is committed to presenting the finest quality
and widest selection of work in the Charlotte area. The gallery
is dedicated to assisting the new collector as well as corporate
and established private collectors.
The gallery is located in Charlotte's historic South End district and is one-half block from the Trolley's Bland Street Station that ties the district to the center city area. "We want ElderArt to be a place where people of all ages feel welcome and want to visit often. We have created a space where people visit to unwind and relax in a casual atmosphere. Children and parents are encouraged to enjoy and learn from our exhibitions" says Elder.
For further information check our NC Commercial Gallery listings, call the gallery at 704/370-6337 or e-mail at (lelder@mindspring.com).
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