EASTERN TRADITIONS WESTERN EXPRESSIONS
February 25, 2012 – January 10, 2013
Asian art represents an important component of BAM’s permanent collection with objects ranging from the 16th century to modern day. This exhibition will present BAM’s collection of historic and contemporary East Asian and Asian-American artworks along with works loaned or borrowed from the community.
Sponsored by a Grant from
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IMAGES (L-R): Morris Graves, Vessel Seeking to Achieve its
Ideal Form, 1943, Watercolor and tempera on paper.
Chinese Throne Vases, Late 19th century, Porcelain, enamel and gilt |
Nick Cave: Meet Me at the Center of the Earth
May 19, 2012 – Nov. 4, 2012
This exhibition will feature approximately forty of Nick Cave’s Soundsuits: multi-layered, mixed media, wearable sculptures designed to captivate visitors of all ages. As reminiscent of African, Mardi Gras and religious ceremonial costumes as they are of haute couture, the Soundsuits explore ceremony, ritual, myth and identity. The artist employs a subtle layering of references expressed through highly skilled techniques, varied traditions and an array of ordinary, scavenged yet seductive materials. By transforming discarded objects into works of art, Nick Cave encourages the viewer to connect with a multitude of material references as well as the vibrant imagery of the Soundsuits themselves. When the Soundsuits come to life through dance, Cave brings together the visual and performing arts for a unique museum experience.
Nick Cave: Meet Me at the Center of the Earth has been organized by Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, San Francisco. Support for the creation of this exhibition was provided by the National Endowment for the Arts.
The Boise Art Museum exhibition is sponsored by
The Paul G. Allen Family Foundation
and the J.R. Simplot Company |
IMAGE:Nick Cave, Soundsuit, 2008, fabric with appliqué of
found sequined material, beading, crocheted and knitted yarn,
metal armature, 98” x 27” x 17”,
Courtesy of the artist and Jack Shainman Gallery, Photograph by James Prinz.
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