A little taste of history one morsel at a time
Today on Museum Bites we’re taking a stroll through Japanese tomb art called haniwa. Popular during the Kofun Period (c250 to c600 CE), these delightful figures give us a glimpse of Japanese culture at a time when a written language was not prevalent. Join me for a closer look at a haniwa shrine maiden on display at the Tokyo National Museum.
Today on Museum Bites we’re traveling to the Sahara to take a closer look at the Cross of Agadez. These simple, elegant pendants were created by the Tuareg more than a century ago. Join me to learn how this unique piece of jewelry transformed from a private ceremonial object to a symbol of cultural identity.
Today on Museum Bites we’re taking a midnight stroll through The Starry Night (1889), by Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890). Featured in countless selfies and plastered on purses and plates, mugs and magnets, as well as ties and tees, van Gogh’s dazzling night sky not only decorates our tchotchkes, it provides a glimpse into the Dutch artist's inner psyche. Join me for a brief look at the story behind this iconic painting.
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