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2018.03.17 16:36
뉴왁뮤지엄 아시아의 섬유 'Dramatic Threads'전(3/14-2, 2019)
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Helmet and Armor, Korea, 1905. PHOTO: NEWARK MUSEUM
DRAMATIC THREADS
Textiles of Asia
March 14, 2018-Feburary 2019
Asian Galleries, 3rd Floor, North Wing, NEWARK MUSEUM
Featuring theatrical and political costumes as well as architectural and decorative textiles from diverse areas of Asia—Dramatic Threads: Textiles of Asia will showcase works that display a wide range of techniques. Different embroidery stitches may be read like a signature to unveil where they were made. Woven textiles reflect diverse making methods ranging from virtuoso brocades and slit-tapestry to twill and plain weaves. The materials used—gold, silk, wool, cotton—all unlock regional access to resources weighing local production compared to luxury imports. Cultural preferences for specific color palates and subject matter intertwine with these resources and underscore distinct regional histories.
‘Wealth Boat with Cranes and Tortoise,’ fukusa, Japan, (1850-75) PHOTO: NEWARK MUSEUM
This installation supports the Museum’s ongoing conservation efforts that require the rotation of fragile objects to protect them for future generations. Works featured in Dramatic Threads: Textiles of Asia can be found throughout the Asian galleries—China, Japan, Korea, Nepal and Tibet—and are identified by a unique text label.
Katherine Anne Paul, Ph.D., Curator, Arts of Asia
Generous support provided by:
Roger Pratt/The Schumann Fund for New Jersey
*Wall Street Journal review
‘Dramatic Threads: Textiles of Asia’ Review: The Very Fabric of Asian Societies
More than beautiful creations, textiles functioned as financial instruments, status symbols and devotional aids. by Lee Lawrence
https://www.wsj.com/articles/dramatic-threads-textiles-of-asia-review-the-very-fabric-of-asian-societies-1521284400
