Portico Gallery for Decorative Arts and Sculpture — The Frick Collection
The Portico Gallery for Decorative Arts and Sculpture, The Frick Collection's first new exhibition space in nearly 35 years, opened December 13, 2011 in New York, enclosing the museum's original open-air Fifth Avenue portico in glass, with architecture by Davis Brody Bond, exhibition design by Stephen Saitas Designs, and lighting design by Renfro Design Group.
| Venue | The Frick Collection |
|---|---|
| Project type | New Exhibition |
| Status | Completed |
| Year completed | 2011 |
Credits
| Firm | Role | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Davis Brody Bond | Architecture | |
| Stephen Saitas Designs | Exhibit Design | |
| Renfro Design Group | Lighting Design |
Description
Davis Brody Bond transformed the covered walkway designed by original Frick mansion architect Thomas Hastings into an enclosed gallery for sculpture and decorative arts while preserving its limestone walls, Ionic columns, and ceiling. The gallery opened with an inaugural presentation of Jean-Antoine Houdon sculptures and Meissen porcelain from Henry Arnhold's promised gift.