This artwork by Eric Fischl depicts a scene within an art gallery or museum setting. In the painting, a woman dressed in dark clothing is observing or interacting with the displayed pieces, possibly capturing the moment on her phone. The scene features a mix of sculptures on pedestals, including classical figurative forms and a bust, which evokes a traditional museum atmosphere.

In the background, a juxtaposition of different styles of art is presented. To the right is a painting by Chuck Close, recognizable by his signature mosaic-like, pixelated portrait style, which stands in stark contrast to the other artworks in the scene. Close's meticulous, photorealistic approach adds a modern, almost digital dimension to the space, emphasizing the diversity of art styles present.

To the left, a cartoon-like drawing of a figure with a flower in their hair introduces a playful and simplistic aesthetic, which contrasts with the realism of the sculptures and the intensity of Close's portrait. This mix of different artistic expressions, presented together, reflects the variety and coexistence of artistic movements in contemporary spaces.

Fischl’s focus on the woman engaging with the art highlights the interaction between viewers and artworks, particularly in an age where people frequently use technology to capture or mediate their experience. The combination of Chuck Close’s detailed portrait, the expressive sculptures, and the more stylized drawing serves to comment on how art from different genres and eras is experienced in a gallery setting, offering viewers multiple lenses through which to appreciate the works.

Exhibited in Dallas Museum of Contemporary Art in 2018
In the catalogue of the exhibition