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“Inside the MFAH” provides perspectives, conversations, and opinions from insiders at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

Francis Bacon - Self-Portrait 1971

Francis Bacon: Body Language January 28, 2020

Francis Bacon transformed the human figure through his expressive brushstrokes—dissecting it in paint.

Thomas and Shur - Freedom from Want

Reimagining Rockwell November 20, 2019

The “For Freedoms” photography series reimagines each of Norman Rockwell’s classic “Four Freedoms” paintings to reflect the current generation.

Peeters - Still Life with Crab, Shrimps and Lobster

Still-Life Smorgasbord November 17, 2019

In the 17th century, artist Clara Peeters was a master of still-life paintings at a time when women were not allowed to pursue art professionally.

Munari - Still Life with Musical Instruments

Striking Different Notes: Two Magnificent Still Lifes from the MFAH Collections July 21, 2019

Closer inspection reveals the distinctions between identically titled paintings by two Italian artists.