Recently I visited Los Angeles’ Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation.

 

This “museum” houses over 400 works, all from the late Mr. Weisman’s personal art collection. Located in a former private residence on an exquisitely ordinary street, the home features the art in the same locations as when Mr. Weisman was alive and living with his collection. The pieces themselves are amazing in their own right, but to see where Mr. Weisman placed each piece (and he did, as he did not rely on a designer to place his works for him) is extraordinary. I was astounded to see how people lived with art. Personally, I find myself challenged by art placement in my own home. The visit was enlightening for this revelation.

 

But there was so much more to it! Visitors to this estate are treated to pieces by Picasso, Ernst, Miro, Warhol, Rothko, Magritte, de Kooning, Ruscha, Botero and many, many others. And here’s the kicker: it’s free! That’s right. Gratis, friends. One does need advanced reservations and the hours are quite limited (Monday through Friday only, twice per day), but hey – it’s so worth it.

 

If you’re in L.A. (or find yourself visiting), do yourself a favor and arrange a tour. It’s pretty friggin’ spectacular.

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