MONMOUTH MUSEUM

COVERED IN GOLD
Exploring the History, Art and Craft of Gilding
15/9-10/11

This exhibition of works by members of the Society of Gilders features fine art and decorative objects with gold and metal leaf reflecting the Monmouth Museum’s 50th Anniversary Circle of Gold theme. Gilding is the application of thin sheets of beaten metal (usually gold) to a solid surface as a means of surface decoration. Artists also use gilding techniques in the creation of fine art including paintings, illuminated manuscripts and verre eglomise, or reverse gilding and painting on glass. The Society of Gilders is an international non-profit educational organization devoted to the art and craft of gilding. Its mission is to preserve traditional gilding skills and techniques and to promote the highest standards in the practice of gilding. The organization is a valuable resource for technical help for gilders, restorers, conservators, craftsmen, and all those interested in the gilding arts. Exhibition curators are Naomi Geller Lipsky, a Board member of the Society of Gilders, and Daniel J. Fenski II, Monmouth Museum Vice-Chairman, owner of Windsor Gallery in Colts Neck, New Jersey, and a member of the Society of Gilders.

Posted 30 September 2013

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THE SOCIETY OF GILDERS Lecture programs at the Monmouth Museum
A special series of lectures will be presented on Sundays at the Museum, in conjunction with the Society of Gilders exhibition. Lectures are free with Museum admission.

Sunday September 29, 2013 - Ina and Allen Marx Presentation at 3 pm Ina and Allen Marx are members of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works, the National Coalition of Independent Scholars and numerous associations concerned with the history and restoration of painted, gilded and Asian lacquer objects and are long-time trustees of the Society of Gilders. Program includes a tour of the Society of Gilders exhibition.
Sunday October 13, 2013 - Presentation by Suzanne Smeaton at 3 pm Suzanne Smeaton of Eli Wilner Frames will discuss the creation of a frame for the painting "Washington Crossing the Delaware," created in 1851 by artist Emanuel Gottlieb Leutze. One of the most famous images in American history, the painting in its new frame is on display as the centerpiece of the New American Wing Galleries for Paintings, Sculpture and Decorative Arts at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Sunday October 27, 2013 - Presentation by Jason Crafts at 3 pm Jason Crafts of The Gilt Complex will present a gilding demonstration.
Sunday November 10, 2013 - Gilding Workshop from 1 - 4 pm This program is an introduction to the process of both water and oil gilding to be held at the Brookdale Community College Center for Visual Arts. After the program enjoy a tour of the Society of Gilders exhibition. Details to be announced.
Monmouth Museum “Circle of Gold” Fiftieth Anniversary Celebration 2013

Celebrating 50 Years at the Monmouth Museum - 1963 – 2013 ?The Monmouth Museum will celebrate its 50th Anniversary in 2013 and has planned special exhibitions and events to reflect the “Circle of Gold” theme, including:
• An exhibition of fine and decorative arts from the Society of Gilders, September 15 - November 10, 2013.
• Join us at our 50th Anniversary Gala Party Saturday, October 19, 2013 at the Navesink Country Club, featuring a dinner dance with terrific food, entertainment and auction items. The Monmouth Museum’s Circle of Gold Gala Dinner Dance event is sold out. Thank you to all our generous supporters and we look forward to a very special evening!

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