Tom Wesselmann's Large Scale "Stage Set" Artworks on View at the Gagosian Gallery in Chelsea

Artist Tom Wesselmann (b Amer 1931-2004) artwork is on exhibit at the gargantuan Gagosian Gallery in Chelsea.  Wesslemann emerged on the pop art scene with large structures that feel more like stage props.  American artist, Claes Oldburg (b Sweden 1929) is known for his large scale replicas of mundane items that are floppy, fun and irreverent.  Wesselmann's installations are composed of numerous items rather than a single large item.  Wesselmann's compositions are more intriguing for their arrangements and colorful palette.   Artist Alex Katz's (b Amer 1927) portraits and Wesselmanns have a similar flat, remote expressional style.  Gagosian is hosts many large & exciting exhibits.  Tom Wesselmanns compositional installations & paintings makes a fun stop while browsing the Chelsea art galleries but it's not a sole driving destination standing on its own.