AFA 18th Anniversary

2018 l oAn e xhibit Philadelphia Collects Philadelphia Each year, the Philadelphia Museum of Art adds works of art to its collections through gifts and bequests from generous collectors as well as purchases from dealers and auction houses. The works span many centuries and hail from cultures around the world as well as from Philadelphia. This exhibition features a selection of works of art made in Philadelphia—during its stately past through to its vibrant present—that were recently acquired by the Museum. C AlenDAr of e vents Thursday, April 19, 6:00-9:00 PM (Early Admission 5:00 PM) Preview Party The preview party is your first opportunity to see the many wonderful objects at the Show and to make them your own while enjoying cocktails and a buffet dinner. This exceptional evening offers the opportunity to view the objects and to learn from outstanding dealers as they share their expertise in their respective fields. You will view material spanning the 17th through the 20th centuries including significant American and English furniture, decorative arts, ceramics textiles, fine art and folk art. Sponsored by The Haverford Trust Company For information and tickets visit: philadelphiaantiquesandartshow.com or call 215-763-8100 Friday, April 20 at 2:00 PM Alexandra Kirtley & Elisabeth Agro Join PMA curators Alexandra Kirtley and Elisabeth Agro for an illustrated conversation about collecting the art, antiques, and craft of Philadelphia— its past and present—highlighting the significance of features like form, material, and ornament in an artistic tradition spanning generations. Sponsored by Flather & Perkins Friday, April 20 at 8:00 PM ADA “Award of Merit” Dinner Honoring Peter Kenny Co-President of Classical American Homes Preservation Trust For tickets or information call Judith Livingston Loto at 603-942-6498 or email info@adadealers.com Saturday, April 21 at 2:00 PM “Buying and Selling Philadelphia: The Story of the Legendary 1929 Reifsnyder Sale” Emelie Gevalt, PhD. Candidate, University of Delaware Just before the stock market crash of 1929, the American antiques market rose to a record-breaking peak with the sale of Howard Reifsnyder’s Philadelphia furniture collection. What factors led to the auction’s phenomenal success? This talk will explore the market forces, personalities, and powerful mystique behind the legendary sale. Sunday, April 22 at 2:00 PM “The Pennsylvania Hospital and Its Historic Collections: Living History” Stacey C. Peeples Curator-Lead Archivist Pennsylvania Hospital A brief history, incorporating the collections, and details regarding working in an historic building and providing tours, while balancing the fact it is used for modern hospital business, the preservation and restoration of the collections, and her perspective of her unique position. Lectures are included in the price of daily admission G uiDeD s how t ours Each day from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, the Philadelphia Museum of Art Park House Guides will share their expertise as they escort small groups through the Show, highlighting notable objects and art offered by the Show’s outstanding Exhibitors and taking a closer look at the 2018 Loan Exhibit. Price: $25—includes admission to the Show. For reservations, please call 215-763-8100 s how h ours Friday, April 20 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Saturday, April 21 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Sunday, April 22 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM For information and tickets visit: philadelphiaantiquesandartshow.com Or call 215-763-8100 Admission $20.00 SPONSORED BY: Virgil Marti, Golden Hours, Philadelphia, 2013 Courtesy of the artist Artist unknown, Chest of drawers, Philadelphia, 1745-1755