And, now we know that Fran Leibowitz, believing '...favorites are for children,' is TERRIBLY fond of The Met. Wonderful to see this remarkable person beaming!
Your favorite story also told a Marvelous story about you... You at your core, even from childhood, had a discernment and unique sensibility, which applies to all you say and do. Thank you.
I met Fran last year in Oxford. It was such a pleasure to speak to her and she even drew the loveliest doodle in my copy of the Fran Lebowitz Reader. What a woman!
Yes, I do have a favorite at the Met - Vermeer’s Girl with a Water Jug because of the way Vermeer used light sources to capture the moment in a way that no one had done previously. And yes, it is a favorite, I still have that childlike wonder about art and do not apologize for it - sad for those who don’t and feel rather superior and smug.
In case you hadn't heard of it already, there's a Scorcese directed TV series called Pretend It's A City that's basically an avalanche of her if you want more.
I just saw this video today, 10/13/24 for the first time. Like Fran Lebowitz, I also saw this painting in 1961. I am amazed because on subsequent visits every time I viewed this masterpiece I would tell those around me that it was such big news that they displayed the painting in the lobby to accommodate the crowds. I believe it was the first time a painting sold for over $1 million. Now Rembrandt's old paint brush would outsell it. How nice that Ms. Libowitz shares this memory of this painting!
i had the honor of crossing paths with Ms. Leibowitz on 61st St., and said Hello Ann. The moment comes to me in the middle of the night. if i could i would like to apologize for this momentary lapse in reason.
Lol. I would have one favorite thing at the met. My favorite painting since i first saw it. Starry night... i almost took a flight to new york. Explicitly. Just to see it finally. I flew to detroit to study the van gogh exhibit last january. Starry night was the first van gogh i ever saw. I was 6 i think. Id run around museums and just love art. Then i was at a thrift store with my mom and i found a very small starry night printed on an object. I ran back to her with it and asked what is this?! I still to this day. Love that painting. Not just for the memory.
my favorite movie is monty pythons meaning of life but if you asked me 2 weeks ago i would have said barry lyndon. if you ask me in 2 more weeks i will likely have a different answer
I agree, looking at the brush strokes in person at the Louvre was mesmerizing. Just to be close to a painting on canvas where the painter sat less than arms length to paint it. I was fortunate enough to see an exhibit in Washington DC of Rembrandt’s sketches. It also housed many of his later work painting portraits of wealthy family members. It was amazing to see his earliest sketches and engravings he did of common folk. It was also downright spooky to see life size paintings of family members hanging in the same hall. I got the feeling they were watching me, or perhaps I was interrupting them. 🤷🏼♀️
That is a great story, Fran. I have a Met story from 2009. My wife and I were in the museum and we wanted to see the display on the roof. We had never been on the roof before and went up to two staff members in the hallway and I asked the woman, "How do we get to the roof exhibit?" Her response was, "Well, what do you think?" We were so taken aback that we were speechless. We wandered off and found it on our own.
I’m a bit younger than Fran. I’m 68 so I know the early 60’s. Maybe because there was barely television we have stories. We observed people and our surroundings. I can recall details so I have a story about everything. I have to dial it down because sometimes people don’t want you to remember the details of their lives. I know my brother hates it.
I don't think I've EVER seen Fran this happy before!
Right! I thought the same thing.
Agree. Totally caught me off guard.
And, now we know that Fran Leibowitz, believing '...favorites are for children,' is TERRIBLY fond of The Met. Wonderful to see this remarkable person beaming!
I see Fran's name, I watch and am never disappointed.
Same. Fran is one of a kind.
Ditto ❤
😍
NEVER EVER.
Thought this was Gene Simmons
I would love this to become a series!
how can the met find something dustier than fran lebowitz?
@@bonaface i- so rude. shes an icon. a dusty icon
@@bonafaceimagine looking and having an IQ like you, and judging Fran 🤣
Fran is my favorite thing at The Met now.
All I needed was to see Fran Lebowitz. Done, She's an icon.
Your favorite story also told a Marvelous story about you...
You at your core, even from childhood, had a discernment and unique sensibility, which applies to all you say and do. Thank you.
Fran Lebowirz is the best. Honest, amazing, unique, insight into life. Doesn't care what anyone thinks. I so admire her
I met Fran last year in Oxford. It was such a pleasure to speak to her and she even drew the loveliest doodle in my copy of the Fran Lebowitz Reader. What a woman!
She seems so happy. I love Fran.
Fran is just oozes cool.
She is probably my FAVORITE person.
I've had these conversations with intelligent people who really didn't get it. Thanks, Fran.
Wonderful. Yes! Let´s have Fran be a regular MET commentator- each week/month a different part of the museum. How fabulous would that be?
I LOVE Fran Lebowitz. She is so unpretentious and pure fun.
This should be a series. Also, Fran is always a gift.
Thank you @TheMet
That Rembrandt looked like it's glowing from the inside, it's amazing. Rembrandt's chiaroscuro is next level.
I wish she could have spoken more about the painting. The video could have been longer.
I need more Fran.
I love Fran’s take on everything.
I want Fran to come out with an Anthony Bourdain’s parts unknown like series. I could watch her talk about anything for hours.
More Fran at The Met please!!! 🙌🙌
I need a three hour video of fran talking about art
I've never seen her so visibly happy.
LOL Fran. The second she opens her mouth, I start laughing. Great video. I love her anecdots and I love Rembrandt.
I'd like to sit down and have a cup of coffee with Fran and just... yak about this and that. I think it would be time well spent.
Fran is a delight ❤
Thank you, Fran, for not having a favorite book! How can you choose just one? Thank you!!! 💕
More Fran on art and culture inside the institutions please
Make it a series! I'd love to hear Fran commenting on the Met's assets
Fran, you are right on the mark again.
Yes, I do have a favorite at the Met - Vermeer’s Girl with a Water Jug because of the way Vermeer used light sources to capture the moment in a way that no one had done previously. And yes, it is a favorite, I still have that childlike wonder about art and do not apologize for it - sad for those who don’t and feel rather superior and smug.
Thank you for this! We need more Fran content.
Oh, to be Fran Lebowitz! How lucky to get to see that painting up close.
This is my first experience with Fran and I'm loving it!!! She is awesome! This could have been 20 minutes longer 😄
In case you hadn't heard of it already, there's a Scorcese directed TV series called Pretend It's A City that's basically an avalanche of her if you want more.
Well. Got my coffee break sorted. Never enough Fran. 💗
I absolutely adored this. if we could possibly get more of Fran at the Met, or Fran doing anything really, I would most appreciate it!
People who restore art have amazing, and unsung talents! More videos interviewing them please!
I love this woman
That was purely joyful to watch
What an awesome experience…
Absolutely wonderful story. LOVE Fran!
This is amazing. More, please.
Fran is such a classic NYer. And with a Rembrandt...this video is perfect!
I just saw this video today, 10/13/24 for the first time. Like Fran Lebowitz, I also saw this painting in 1961. I am amazed because on subsequent visits every time I viewed this masterpiece I would tell those around me that it was such big news that they displayed the painting in the lobby to accommodate the crowds. I believe it was the first time a painting sold for over $1 million. Now Rembrandt's old paint brush would outsell it. How nice that Ms. Libowitz shares this memory of this painting!
Please make more of these.
Way too short! Loved it!!!!!!!! more more more. Is Fran finally running for President?
I'd definitely vote for her!
Thanks so much … fantastic!
What a lovely story wrapped around with a great end. I love Fran and yes you can see she was delighted haha
I love her and I love this! Thank you for posting it. 🎨🖌
More from Fran please!
She is my FAVORITE! 😂❤
I totally agree with Fran on the favorite things people ask , just to see where you fit your in their own conceptional system of classification.
Fran is such a treasure!!
She is one of the coolest people on the planet. It would be a dream come true to have coffee with Fran!
NEW FRAN CONTENT JUST DROPPED 📢📢📢
Enjoyed this thank u very much.
Thanks for this, Fran brings back my life in NYC and how much I love the Met❤️ Beautiful cleaning of the painting ❣️
Living legend ♥️
I need more Fran in my life
What a marvel! Beautiful painting too.
Why is she just…simply…brilliant…❤
"Children have favorites". I love that.
Fascinating, honest, enjoyable, hilarious, insightful, curious, cheeky, fun, charming, vivacious... I need to look for more Fran Lebowitz 💖
Perfectly expressed!
She's so great!!!
Fran's the world's best docent :)
i had the honor of crossing paths with Ms. Leibowitz on 61st St., and said Hello Ann. The moment comes to me in the middle of the night. if i could i would like to apologize for this momentary lapse in reason.
❤
I always enjoy a few minutes with Fran. Great little video!
I just adored this video. Thank you ever so much for sharing! Always a delight to see Fran. ❤️
Fran is just so insightful. Love her stories! She is awesome indeed!!
That was marvelous, just a wonderful surprise in a time of so much stress and sadness. Thank you #themet!
Fran! More gallery and museum talks! Please! I love your knowledgeable and humorous perspective!
I love Fran. I can't believe I've never been to the Met. I live outside of Philly and have been to NYC many times. I need to plan a trip.
A treasure presenting a treasure.
Love you Mss.Fran
love this, more please!!!
The Met is by far the best museum I've ever been to and I'm spoiled living in Washington DC. Now on to the Louvre.
fantastic
Lol. I would have one favorite thing at the met. My favorite painting since i first saw it. Starry night... i almost took a flight to new york. Explicitly. Just to see it finally. I flew to detroit to study the van gogh exhibit last january. Starry night was the first van gogh i ever saw. I was 6 i think. Id run around museums and just love art. Then i was at a thrift store with my mom and i found a very small starry night printed on an object. I ran back to her with it and asked what is this?! I still to this day. Love that painting. Not just for the memory.
Ostensibly, she does have a favorite...this!
Please more of this
any video that contains "Fran Lebowitz" in the title - I'm clicking on it 😊
Loved this--thank you!
“Favorites are for children.” Bravo!
So agree with her sentiment in this! I hate the question "What is your favorite _?" It's ridiculous!
She's right. It is a child's question/consideration. I hadn't thought of it that way until this moment.
That question has always stumped me, in exactly the way FL describes her issues with it. I thought i was the only one!
my favorite movie is monty pythons meaning of life but if you asked me 2 weeks ago i would have said barry lyndon. if you ask me in 2 more weeks i will likely have a different answer
She's hilarious
I love her so much
This is all I need in life.
I agree, looking at the brush strokes in person at the Louvre was mesmerizing. Just to be close to a painting on canvas where the painter sat less than arms length to paint it. I was fortunate enough to see an exhibit in Washington DC of Rembrandt’s sketches. It also housed many of his later work painting portraits of wealthy family members. It was amazing to see his earliest sketches and engravings he did of common folk. It was also downright spooky to see life size paintings of family members hanging in the same hall. I got the feeling they were watching me, or perhaps I was interrupting them. 🤷🏼♀️
I support Fran’s perspective on favorites
Wonderful
Loved this❣️👏🏻👏🏻
That is a great story, Fran. I have a Met story from 2009. My wife and I were in the museum and we wanted to see the display on the roof. We had never been on the roof before and went up to two staff members in the hallway and I asked the woman, "How do we get to the roof exhibit?" Her response was, "Well, what do you think?" We were so taken aback that we were speechless. We wandered off and found it on our own.
I love this video! Love Fran. Love the artwork. More of this please 👏🏼🎉
A lovely commentary
Love this.
Love this
This is great! Love the beautiful shots of the 2 Vermeer works out of their frames at the Sherman Fairchild Center.
I recall,at 10 years old , waiting on line to see this painting. It was so exciting.
I’m a bit younger than Fran. I’m 68 so I know the early 60’s. Maybe because there was barely television we have stories. We observed people and our surroundings. I can recall details so I have a story about everything. I have to dial it down because sometimes people don’t want you to remember the details of their lives. I know my brother hates it.
Yes, those stories make our lives richer. I love it when people share. With Fran, she go anywhere, and talk about anything and I’m fascinated.
we get Fran & a Rembrandt, need to hear more about how the cleaning is done
Q tips and water
@@mikel1814 not water
In another video I watched, Fran said they used turpentine (obviously, very very carefully).