Designing “Painting Edo”—Exploring Exhibition Design with Elie Glyn
Experience a unique perspective from lead designer Elie Glyn as he outlines the inspirations behind, and considerations involved, in tailoring a space to celebrate the aesthetics of “Painting Edo: Japanese Art from the Feinberg Collection” —the museums’ largest ever exhibition. This exhibition design helps give acute context and opens a window onto the supremely rich visual culture of Japan’s early modern era while providing a respite from the hectic nature of contemporary life.
“Painting Edo: Japanese Art from the Feinberg Collection”—the largest exhibition ever presented at the Harvard Art Museums—offers a window onto the supremely rich visual culture of Japan’s early modern era.
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Soga Shōhaku, “Race at Uji River,” Edo period, c. 1764. Six-panel folding screen; ink, color, and gold on paper. Promised gift of Robert S. and Betsy G. Feinberg, TL42147.30. https://hvrd.art/o/340554.
Sakai Hōitsu, “Birds and Flowers of the Twelve Months,” Edo period, c. 1820–28. Set of 12 hanging scrolls; ink, color, and gold on silk. Promised gift of Robert S. and Betsy G. Feinberg, TL42096.14. https://hvrd.art/o/340420.
SPECIAL EXHIBITION—“Painting Edo: Japanese Art from the Feinberg Collection” http://www.harvardartmuseums.org/pain...
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SPEAKER: Elie Glyn, Assistant Director for Exhibitions, Collections Management, Harvard Art Museums.
Music: “The Air Escaping” by Blue Dot Sessions. © Blue Dot Sessions.
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