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Hidden Artworks Emerge During School Renovation
11 Sep
Summary
- Lost murals by Robert Locher and Cecily Brown were discovered.
- Renovations at historic art school uncovered hidden artworks.
- A $2.2 million renovation phase is expected to finish this fall.
Renovations at the New York Studio School, a National Historic Landmark, have led to the unexpected discovery of several significant artworks. These include murals by artist and designer Robert E. Locher and an early work by Cecily Brown.
The discoveries were made in July and August as the school, founded by Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, undertook overdue renovations. This included uncovering Locher's 1928 mural in what was to become a bathroom, and another trompe l'oeil mural nearby.
An early painting by Cecily Brown, created in 1992 when she was an exchange student, was also found. It has been preserved behind a protective cabinet. These findings highlight the rich artistic history embedded within the school's buildings.
The first phase of renovations, costing $2.2 million, is slated for completion this fall. A subsequent phase is planned to continue work throughout the four floors, with the possibility of unearthing further historical artistic surprises.
