The transcript appears to be a dialogue from a meeting or discussion, possibly in an art gallery setting. The conversation revolves around the appointment of a new representative, Mr. Bean, for a prestigious gallery, the Grissom gallery of California. Mr. Bean has been recommended by the Royal National Gallery in England and is praised for his incontrovertible genius. However, there is some debate about whether to invite him to stay in the gallery's house for two months, with some expressing concerns about his appearance due to his English nationality. Despite the concerns, the decision is eventually made to appoint Mr. Bean, recognizing his exceptional qualifications. The conversation ends with the participants expressing excitement about the upcoming arrival of Whistler's portrait of his mother, which will be unveiled by Mr. Bean.
1. The text contains a conversation about the upcoming arrival of Whistler's mother's portrait to the Grissom gallery of California from the Musee D'Orsay in Paris.
2. The Grissom gallery received a private donation of 50 million dollars for this purchase.
3. The donation is described as the most historic purchase made by an American gallery.
4. The portrait is considered the greatest painting ever by an American artist.
5. The portrait will be displayed in Los Angeles, where Whistler's mother will live.
6. The portrait will be unveiled in about two weeks, and an invitation is extended to all.
7. The text also mentions a disagreement about Mr. Bean's dismissal from the galleria.
8. Mr. Bean is described as the worst employee in the galleria's history.
9. It is suggested that Mr. Bean be sent on a three-month sabbatical, after which he will be sent to the Grissom gallery in California.
10. The text mentions a letter from the Royal National Gallery recommending Mr. Bean to represent them.
11. The text also contains a discussion about whether or not Jon Bon Jovi should unveil the portrait, with some disagreement.
12. The text ends with a joke about Mr. Bean's potential physical appearance.