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Gallery run by the Smithsonian displaying Asian artwork such as paintings & pottery.
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Excellent exhibit for those that love Ancient Asian Art History (Asian Art History Before the Renesaince).
I especially loved the Neolithic exhibit room. The Jade craftsmanship was amazing. I good exhibit for art during the peak of the Silk Road with a room to my favorite dynasty, which was also one of the few Epoch Dynasties, which is the Song or Tong Dynasty. I only wish they had more Southern Song pieces. The Northern Song Dynasty was the epoch dynasty as it is the dynasty that united China. The Southern Song Dynasty was when enough neighboring Mongolian nations got together and defeated the Song Dynasty, causing them to flee and make a new capital in southern China, thus beginning the Southern Song Dynasty. This reflects in the art of the artist difference between the northern and southern Song or Tong Dynasties.
I especially loved the Neolithic exhibit room. The Jade craftsmanship was amazing. I good exhibit for art during the peak of the Silk Road with a room to my favorite dynasty, which was also one of the few Epoch Dynasties, which is the Song or Tong Dynasty. I only wish they had more Southern Song pieces. The Northern Song Dynasty was the epoch dynasty as it is the dynasty that united China. The Southern Song Dynasty was when enough neighboring Mongolian nations got together and defeated the Song Dynasty, causing them to flee and make a new capital in southern China, thus beginning the Southern Song Dynasty. This reflects in the art of the artist difference between the northern and southern Song or Tong Dynasties.
Beautiful museum. My kids enjoyed it very much and didn't complain throughout the whole time. The gift shop had prices not too expensive unlike some museums I've come across. I recommend taking your family with you.
Wonderful collection of art from Asia and also a neat Egyptian exhibit. There are some pretty old works here, including some from the Neolithic period! The museum is on the smaller side but has plenty of fascinating exhibits ranging from wood-carved sculptures to ink paintings. I recommend checking it out.
Wonderful exhibit of Asian art. I only saw the Japanese in Chinese exhibits but there are many more to see. If you want to see the whole museum plan on several days.
Great museum. It’s not too large so you don’t need too much time to see the whole thing. I came on a Saturday in July and it was not at all busy. Best exhibit here is the display of ancient Chinese jade. And of course it’s free time enter. 5/5.
Visiting the Buddha Room provided a serene and calming experience which alone is worth the visit. For those who appreciate ancient sculptures (dating back to 2000+ BCE), there are abundant beautiful pieces to admire. The whole place exudes a wonderful and positive energy.
As an Asian going to this museum, not impressed and disappointed… underrepresentation of Asian culture. Most of the exhibits here are Chinese art and I only saw a very small section for other countries as Japan and Thailand. I would like to see more diverse countries such as Indian, Vietnamese, Mongolian, and others’ art and artifacts here in the future. Not worth visiting and a waste of time. The item in the gift shop aren’t very unique either. You should see the African Art Museum instead and let me tell you it is way better.
