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Stone by Stone: Creating The Met Cloisters
With Barbara Drake Boehm
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Stone by Stone:
Creating The Met Cloisters
Dear Members and Friends of The Metropolitan Museum of Art,
Catalonia and France are in many ways the birthplace of The Met Cloisters collection. It was
from these regions that American sculptor and collector, George Grey Barnard, acquired
portions of the abbeys of Saint Michel de Cuxa, Saint Guilhem le Desert, Bonnefont, and Trie.
They are literally part of The Met Cloisters, forming a beloved and serene retreat for visitors
and staff alike. Consequently, I am delighted that I will have an opportunity to lead you to the
abbeys of Saint Michel and Saint Guilhem where you can discover the rich legacy of art and
architecture that was nurtured for centuries in these sacred places.
Eight years of serving the curatorial programs at The Met Cloisters has deepened my love
and appreciation for the art, architecture, and culture of medieval Europe. On this journey
of discovery, I will show you sublime historic sites and outstanding art collections in this
remarkable corner of Western Europe. The art of the Middle Ages will take center stage,
of course, but we will also broaden the scope of our experiences in Catalonia and France,
visiting significant historic and cultural sites that range from the age of the Caesars and
the early Christians to the era of Picasso and his friends, the Fauvists.
It will be my pleasure to introduce you to the Romanesque frescoes at Barcelona’s National
Art Museum of Catalonia, the Romanesque and Gothic sculptures at the Musée des Augustins
in Toulouse, and the magnificent Romanesque carvings at the Church of Saint Trophime in
Arles. Among the many unforgettable moments of this journey will be strolling atop the medieval
ramparts of Carcassonne and savoring the view—a view that more than 80 years ago inspired
the designers of The Met Cloisters.
This coming June, please join me and your fellow friends of The Met Cloisters on this glorious
expedition into the art of Catalonia and France.
Sincerely,
Barbara Drake Boehm
Paul and Jill Ruddock Senior Curator of The Met Cloisters
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Traveling with You
Barbara Drake Boehm
Since 2008, Barbara Drake Boehm has
been a curator at The Met Cloisters. During
this time, the museum staff has responded
to the ever-increasing number of visitors
to the Museum by creating varied programs
and special exhibitions. While at The Met
Cloisters, Boehm has worked on shows
that have focused on Limoges enamels,
the prayerbook of Jeanne d’Evreux, and,
to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the
Museum, the “Search for the Unicorn”
program, an in-depth study of one of the
outstanding treasures of The Met Cloisters
collection. We are delighted that an expert
such as Dr. Boehm has agreed to introduce
us to the world of the Middle Ages.
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Trip Highlights
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iscover the Benedictine Abbey of Saint Michel de Cuxa, original site of a cloister now
in The Met Cloisters collection
— Immerse yourself in the treasures of the cathedral and Archaeological Museum in Girona
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troll along the medieval walls of Carcassonne, to admire the same view that inspired
The Met Cloisters’ architects
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njoy a private curator-led tour of the collections at Montpellier’s Société Archéologique
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isit the UNESCO-recognized Abbey of Gellone, a portion of whose cloister was
incorporated into the structure of The Met Cloisters
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tay in luxury boutique hotels and savor lunch at a Michelin-star restaurant
Apse of Sant Climent de Taül, ca 1123, National Art
Museum of Catalonia, Barcelona
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Photos clockwise from top right: A Cardinal Examining a Painting in a Cloister. François Marius Granet (French, Aix-enProvence 1775–1849 Aix-en-Provence). First half 19th century. Pen and brown ink, brush and brown wash, watercolor,
over black chalk. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Harry G. Sperling Fund, 1990 [1990.3]; Basilica of St. Sernin, Toulouse,
© José Luiz Bernardes Ribeiro; Molitg Les Baines (photo by Jack Ma); Girona, on the River Onyar; Collioure; The Unicorn
is Found (from the Unicorn Tapestries), 1495–1505. South Netherlandish. Wool warp with wool, silk, silver, and gilt wefts.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of John D. Rockefeller Jr., 1937 [37.80.2]. Front cover: Saint-Guilhem Cloister. Late
12th-early 13th century. Limestone. The Met Cloisters, Gallery 3. (25.120.1-.134) Back cover photo: Carcassonne
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Stone by Stone: Creating The Met Cloisters
June 18–28, 2017
city whose ancient towers rise against the
backdrop of the Montagne Noire. Stroll along
its winding ramparts, enjoying splendid views
like the ones that inspired the designers of
The Met Cloisters. B, L
Carcassonne / Toulouse,
France Saturday, June 24
Spend the day in Toulouse, ancient capital
of a rich and powerful dynasty of counts.
On a walking tour through the Old Quarter,
marvel at the Basilica of Saint Sernin, a
UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest
Romanesque structure in Europe, and examine
the Romanesque and Gothic sculptures at the
Musée des Augustins. B, L
National Art Museum of Catalonia, Barcelona
U.S. Departure
Sunday, June 18
Depart the U.S. on an overnight flight to
Barcelona.
Barcelona, Spain
Monday, June 19
Arrive in Barcelona, where Picasso began his
career. Pending confirmation, enjoy an afterhours tour of the Picasso Museum, the first
museum dedicated to the great master and
the only one created during his lifetime.
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Barcelona
Tuesday, June 20
Discover the renowned collection of
Romanesque frescoes at the National Art
Museum of Catalonia and the medieval
sculpture at the Frederic Mares Museum,
including a Virgin and Child very similar to
one at The Met Cloisters. B, L
Barcelona / Molitg Les
Bains, France
Wednesday, June 21
Drive to Girona and explore the gold and silver
vessels in the Cathedral Treasury. View the
artifacts in the Archaeological Museum, and
walk in the historic Jewish Quarter, once a
center of the study of the Kabbalah. Cross
the French border and check in at the Château
de Riell, an intimate Relais & Châteaux
property in Molitg Les Bains. B, L, D
Molitg Les Bains / Collioure,
France
Thursday, June 22
Drive through the foothills of the Pyrénées to
see the exceptional carvings at the Prieuré de
Serrabone; discover Elne’s fine Romanesque
cathedral; and enjoy a wine tasting and
leisure time in Collioure. Travel to the Abbey
of Saint Michel de Cuxa, the original home of
the pink marble cloister that is now part
of The Met Cloisters.
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Molitg Les Bains /
Carcassonne, France Friday, June 23
Visit Narbonne’s unfinished yet magnificent
cathedral, and immerse yourself in the largest
collection of artifacts from Roman Gaul at
the Archaeological Museum. Continue to
Carcassonne, a UNESCO-listed fortress
Façade of Saint Trophime, Arles
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April 12–22, 2017
Dutch & Flemish Landscapes Aboard AmaPrima April 19–27, 2017
The Majestic Rhine: Amsterdam to Basel Aboard AmaKristina June 9–17, 2017
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Carcassonne / Montpellier,
France
Sunday, Monday & Tuesday, June 25–27
In Montpellier we will be the guests on
a private curator-led tour of the Société
Archéologique. Then view the current
exhibition at the lovingly restored Musée
Fabre. Our exploration of Arles leads to
ancient Roman and early Christian sites,
including the amphitheater and the
Church of Saint Trophime, renowned
for its superb Romanesque carvings.
En route back to Montpellier, stop to visit
the Abbey of Saint Gilles, for more than
1,000 years a stop for pilgrims on the
Camino de Santiago. Continue to Saint
Guilhem le Désert, a portion of whose
abbey cloister is now part of the collection
at The Met Cloisters. Tonight, gather for a
farewell dinner in Montpellier.
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Montpellier / U.S. Return
Wednesday, June 28
Transfer to the airport this morning for return
flights to the U.S.
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The itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of The
Metropolitan Museum of Art and Arrangements Abroad.
For complete details, please carefully read the terms and
conditions at www.arrangementsabroad.com.
Accommodations
Program Rate
El Palace Hotel, Barcelona
Located near Las Ramblas, this five-star hotel
combines the latest technology with classic
luxury, including a Michelin-star restaurant.
$10,135 (per person, double occupancy)
$1,340 (single supplement)
Château de Riell, Molitg Les Bains (above)
Set amid the wild Pyrénées mountains, this
enchanting Baroque castle offers a lovely
terrace for outdoor dining, plus a full array of
spa treatments.
Rate Includes
— Nine
nights hotel accommodations as
per itinerary
— Meals
as indicated in the itinerary
(B =Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
— Bottled
water and coffee / tea with all
meals; house wine at lunches and dinners
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/ hotel group transfers for all
participants on suggested flights
— Enrichment
program of lectures and talks
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International airfare; passport fees; alcoholic beverages other
than house wine at lunches and dinners; personal items and
expenses; airport transfers for those not on suggested flights;
baggage in excess of one suitcase; trip insurance; any other
items not specifically mentioned as included
Hôtel de la Cité, Carcassonne
Nestled within the ramparts of Carcassonne’s
citadel, the medieval-styled Hôtel de la Cité
offers contemporary comforts and panoramic
views of the old city.
Domaine de Verchant, Montpellier
A luxury spa hotel where every guest room
is unique, Domaine de Verchant is situated in
the heart of a vineyard.
Plate, 1470–1490. Spanish. Tin-glazed earthenware. The
Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Met Cloisters Collection,
1956 [56.171.104]
Abbey of Gellonne
Creating The Met Cloisters: June 18–28, 2017
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