Briefings

Week InReview: February 19, 2021

Desperately Seeking Distraction.
 
Benjamin Davis's painting of Philadelphia Flyers mascot, Gritty.
Photo courtesy of the Philadelphia Flyers
 
There is a new masterpiece in the city of Philadelphia — but don't expect to see this classical nude hanging on the walls of the Barnes any time soon. Why? Because it's a portrait of Gritty, the beloved NHL mascot for the Philadelphia Flyers.
 
During last week's loss to the Boston Bruins, Gritty stayed on the sidelines, dramatically casting off a white robe while the sounds of Nelly's “Hot in Herre” bumped through the arena. He spent the next 90 or so minutes reclining on a black leather coach, clad only in his hockey helmet, to pose for 28-year-old artist Benjamin Davis.
 

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