Behind the Scenes at Sotheby's

These "private viewings" from Sotheby's are wonderful - I absolutely love hearing about the artworks from the specialists' point of view. And how delightful to see Koons' Banality sculpture up close, and what a thrill to get a glimpse of Richter's remarkable brushstrokes in Troisdorf. I also loved the description of the Fontana, learning how powerfully his materials (gold leaf, thick swirls of paint) communicate and convey the sensibilities of the world at that time - as well as the geography of Venice - and the rich history of religious painting and architecture of its beautiful churches. Love it all.