Krannert Art Museum’s new acquisitions featured in news
October 11, 2024
The Krannert Art Museum at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has acquired new artworks that expand its collection and support research and teaching. Notable pieces include Willem Bartsius' 1632 painting Samson and Delilah, a history painting rare in the museum's collection, Wifredo Lam’s Personnage, highlighting Afro-Cuban influences, and an untitled sculpture by Nick Cave addressing racial stereotypes. These acquisitions broaden the museum’s European, modern, and contemporary holdings, enhancing its focus on diverse artistic narratives.
Read more in the Illinois News Bureau article: "Krannert Art Museum’s new acquisitions expand collection, research and teaching opportunities."
Willem Bartsius, Netherlands, ca. 1612–in or after 1639. “Samson and Delilah,” ca. 1632. Oil on panel. Museum Purchase through the Iver J. Nelson Jr. Fund. 2024-5-1