Guild members enjoyed a tour of Egyptomania by Laura Martin, and even had the opportunity to meet curator Darnell Jamal-Lisby. Laura also showed us textiles that are currently on view in other galleries of CMA. Below is a listing up upcoming attractions that Laura has shared.
And Laura writes:
“Thank yo so much for the chance to do that tour yesterday — I had a great time. And thanks also for the opportunity to hang out with you guys over lunch.
Here is some info for you about upcoming textile-related events at CMA. (You can get additional info and tickets at the links.) First, the free lecture I mentioned:”
Framing Recently Conserved Textiles: Two Case Studies 21 February at noon (free ticket required)
Next, upcoming free special exhibitions/installations:
Carpets and Canopies in Mughal India 22 March – 1 September 2024 Gallery 242B
Korean Couture: Generations of Revolution 28 April – 12 October 2024
Arts of the Maghreb: North African Textiles and Jewelry 10 November 2024– 12 October 2025 Textile Gallery 234
Upcoming ticketed exhibitions:
Africa & Byzantium April 14–July 21, 2024 Exhibition Hall (on lower level)
Picasso and Paper December 8, 2024–March 23, 2025 Exhibition Hall and Gallery (on lower level)
Also, for anyone who would like to follow up on the curatorial inspirations around Egyptomania, this essay by curator Darnell Jamal-Lisby is an excellent read: https://www.clevelandart.org/articles/egyptomania-0.
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