CHIARoScURO

CHIARoScURO=the interplay of light and dark in works of art. www.chiaroart.com

CHIARoScURO=a new perspective on a store for art~ works of art that can enhance the sensation of life. CHIARoScURO (Italian word, pronounced ) is a showcase for handcrafted works by over 200 artisans. Visiting the gallery is a color-filled exploration of artistic possibilities, full of great discoveries and perfect little surprises. CHIARoScURO is a one-of-a-kind retail art empori

um and began when owners Peggy Wolf and Ronna Isaacs opened their doors in a gallery-district loft in 1987. For the past two and a half decades, we have been thrilling Michigan Avenue shoppers with our innovative selections and exceptional personal service. Here you can see an array of our fabulous finds when you are not able to visit us and experience the wonders for yourself. UPDATE: JUNE 30, 2014: we sadly closed on June 30, after 27 wonderful years in Chicago. Please enjoy this page as a memory of a great independently owned gallery for art and gifts.

07/02/2014

06/30/2014

After 27 years we are sadly officially closing our doors this evening. It's been an amazing journey and we appreciate every one of our loyal customers for their love and support over the years. On behalf of Peggy, Ronna, Chris, Richard, Bill and Patrick we wish you all the best!

06/17/2014

Please come BY and say goodBYE and perhaps even BUY a small remembrance from Chiaroscuro. Our last day is Monday the 30th. So take the time to come and visit us before we close our doors for the last time. Thanks for 27 years... Ronna and Peggy.

03/13/2014

It is with great sadness that we announce the OFFICIAL CLOSING of CHIARoScURO. We started in 1987 and have endured the ups and downs of the art/gift/retail world. We have made countless friends and built long-lasting relations with many artists, designers and creative people in "the business". On behalf of Peggy, Ronna, Chris, Bill and Patrick we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all of the love over the years. It has been quite a wild ride! Visit us soon at Water Tower Place to say good bye and pick up a cool piece of art -at a GREAT price. Storewide SALE underway now.

02/11/2014

Valentine's Day is THIS FRIDAY! CHIARoScURO has vibrant, fun and romantic artist-made gifts for your cherished one... visit us at Water Tower Place soon~ gifts like these go quickly! Mugs, picture frames, glassware, ring holders, jewelry and more can be found at our one and only store. Online too: www.chiaroart.com

01/18/2014

ANNUAL CLEARANCE SALE now underway! Take 50% OFF Christmas decor and miscellaneous items throughout the store. (Sorry, sale only applies to in-store items, not online.) Visit us soon at Water Tower Place for these unbelievable deals! Glassware/Picture Frames/Clocks/Ceramics/Serving Pieces/AND MORE! CHIARoScURO: art for more than just your walls.

01/10/2014

The latest window display at The Ritz Carlton Chicago- our prolific chair artist, Todd Fendos, created this wonderful chair inspired by self-portraits of Vincent Van Gogh. Find these and thousands of other gifts of art at Water Tower Place's most unique shopping experience: CHIARoScURO... www.chiaroart.com

01/06/2014

It's RECORD-BREAKING COLD today-and WE ARE OPEN! Officially right now it is -15degrees in Chicago. AND WE ARE OPEN! Stop by and say hello if you are at Water Tower Place and please bring some hot cocoa for us... it's so very cold. Did we mention we are open today?

01/04/2014

Stay warm, Everybody! We are in for a deep freeze here in Chicago- if you HAVE to be out this weekend, stop into CHIARoScURO!! Cool art and gifts and NOW all of our Holiday Decor is 50% OFF!! Stay tuned for our Annual Big Sale-coming soon!! And be sure to bundle up~ wear your mittens!

Address

835 N Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL
60611

Website

http://www.chiaroart.com/

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