At the Frick, an Exploration of Rococo Sumptuousness, Etched in Pastel

A new show sets the contemporary work of Nicolas Party in dialogue with a portrait by 18th-century Venetian artist Rosalba Carriera.

Joseph Coscia Jr.
Installation view of Nicolas Party and Rosalba Carriera at the Frick Madison. Joseph Coscia Jr.

Nicolas Party and Rosalba Carriera 
The Frick Madison, 945 Madison Avenue, New York, NY
Until March 3, 2024

Pastel, that vivid yet exceedingly delicate medium, is at the heart of the Frick collection’s new show setting the contemporary work of Nicolas Party in dialogue with a portrait by 18th-century Venetian artist Rosalba Carriera. 

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