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The Emperor's Private Paradise: Treasures from the Forbidden City at the Peabody Essex Museum
"An emperor or king should have extensive grounds to stroll in and lovely vistas to enjoy. If he has such a place, he will be able to cultivate his mind and refine his emotions." — The Qianlong emperor When the last emperor of China, Puyi, left the For… more »
CutureWatch, Review of The Constant Liberal: The Life and Work of Phyllis Bottome
It's hard to believe after reading this detailed, sympathetic story that its subject seems to be hardly known today. She was famous and highly esteemed, especially in the United States, as a novelist before her success reached England. more »
Shopping at Montreal's Fine Arts Museum Shop
M Boutique offers wide a selection of original, high-quality gift ideas from many different countries, at prices for every budget. There are beautiful items for the home, as well as sculptures, textiles, jewelery, children's books and games and contemporary objects. Consider Mondrian trays and boxes, a Van Gogh inspired stained glass panel and Cre-Art necklaces. more »
Counter Space, Design and the Modern Kitchen at MoMA: From genuine pleasure to anxiety
Throughout the exhibition prominence is given to the contribution of women, not only as the primary consumers and users of the domestic kitchen, but also as reformers, architects, designers, and as artists who have critically addressed kitchen culture and myths. more »
