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Jul
20
to Feb 2
The Art of Ink Rubbings: Impressions of Chinese Culture
In the 1800s, artists created many sophisticated rubbings from bronzes, jades, and sculptures to revitalize the appreciation of antique objects.
Sep
21
to Jan 5
Hokusai: Waves of Inspiration from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
Katsushika Hokusai (1760–1849) is one of the most famous Japanese artists in history, thanks largely to his instantly recognizable print known familiarly as The Great Wave.
Nov
18
to May 19
Glamorous Women: Gender and Fashion in Chinese Art
As early as 600 B.C.E., Chinese women’s roles in society were primarily centered within the home. These roles were informed by Confucianism, which promoted their view of a harmonious societal order, elevating men as the household authorities and assigning women to domestic roles. As a result, women’s contributions to society were largely overlooked.