This Earthen Door is the culmination of a cross disciplinary inquiry exploring renowned poet Emily Dickinson’s deep connection to the natural world. Created by artists Leah Sobsey (based in Chapel Hill, NC) and Amanda Marchand (based in Brooklyn, NY), "This Earthen Door" examines pure color found in nature, the changing environment, and the symbolism of flowers in art and literature. The work pays homage to Dickinson’s significant botanical contributions through her very first book, made as teenager – a book of flowers.
This Earthen Door: Nature as Muse and Material, our solo exhibition at the Brandywine Museum of Art includes two new site-specific installations commissioned by the Museum in alignment with their conservancy efforts in Chadds Ford, PA.
VIP Opening Wednesday, May 21, 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Member Preview Thursday, May 22, 1:30 - 4:30 pm, and Friday for Brandywine members and guests.