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Recent Acquisitions of Asian Art
February 18-May 21, 2006
Gallery 109
Overview: This exhibition features some of the most exciting new acquisitions made by the Asian art department over the last couple of years. An endearing 18th-century hanging scroll by renowned painter Ike Taiga (1723-1776) showing pilgrims visiting a nun, and a Korean folk painting of two vigorous carp will be among the works on display. Paintings, sculpture, and ceramics from China, India, and Southeast Asia round out the select group of artworks.
Artist Unknown (Korean). A Pair of Carp, 19th century, Choson dynasty (1392-1910). Restricted Gift of the Asian Art Council.
Organizer: This exhibition is organized by the Art Institute of Chicago.
Curator: Janice Katz, the Art Institute of Chicago
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