What is a “masterpiece?” See 91 answers at the High Museum.

xxx If you’re not quite sure what constitutes a true “masterpiece,“
you are not alone. But take heart. Better yet, take yourself to the Atlanta’s High Museum of Art to ogle Louvre Atlanta: The Louvre and the Masterpiece, through September 6, 2009. You’re sure to find plenty of answers to the “masterpiece” question in this sweeping exhibition of art treasures from the Musée du Louvre in Paris.
xxxxThis show gives perspective on how the definition of a “masterpiece,” as well as taste and connoisseurship, have changed over time. Spanning 4,000 years, it features 91 works of art drawn from all eight of the Louvre’s collection areas, including paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, drawings and more.
xxxxOver past years, The High’s partnership with the Louvre has brought many outstanding, inspiring, and exciting works to Atlanta art lovers. In the future, however, the economy may no longer allow one-of-a-kind international loan shows like this one. more>>