Breakfast at the 24 Hour City Diner after a run by the Hudson (my companion), housekeeping (me)
Then our last excursion.
The Hispanic Society of America was founded on May 18, 1904, by Archer Milton Huntington (1870-1955). It is a free museum, library and art gallery and a little gem. It is situated Uptown at the end of Broadway. It is quiet and soothing. We are pleased to be greeted in Spanish.
Above is the genius himself, El Greco's Evangelist. Here is Solana's Marineros de Castro Urdiales. 1917.
A 15 C Mudejar door from Sevilla
A 15C font from Toledo.
A 15C door knocker delights my own Art Historian
This is the newly acquired El Costeno, a masterpiece by the Mexican, Arrieta, c 1843.
The first exhibition at The Hispanic Society in 1909 feature Sorolla's Vision of Spain, which consists of fourteen works.
Guipuzcoa, Bowling is my favourite.
Next stop is Newark International Airport. I have to pinch myself to believe this wonderful week has really happened. Thanks to J & J who made it perfect in their different ways.
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