In February 2005, Christo and Jeanne-Claude's installation The Gates captivated Central Park with 7,503 orange fabric panels along a 23-mile path, drawing four million visitors. The installation faced mixed reactions from critics, with Mark Stevens deeming it visually trivial while Michael Kimmelman praised its homage to Central Park's historical design. A commemoration exhibit is being held at The Shed from February 12 to March 23, 2025, featuring models and a digital experience related to The Gates and other unrealized projects, highlighting the artists' expansive impact on New York's art scene.
The Gates attracted an estimated four million visitors to see the array of 7,503 orange fabric panels suspended from metal gates along a 23-mile-long series of paths and walkways.
Christo and Jeanne-Claude's installation has sparked both admiration and criticism, showcasing contrasting perspectives from notable art critics in its aftermath.
The celebration of The Gates in 2025 at The Shed will feature a scale model of Central Park and a unique iPad program to enhance visitors' experience.
The 'Unrealized Projects for New York City' portion of the exhibition will showcase 13 other proposals by Christo and Jeanne-Claude, demonstrating their expansive vision for art in urban spaces.
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