We’re only a few weeks away from the opening of Syria, Then and Now: Stories from Refugees a Century
We’re only a few weeks away from the opening of Syria, Then and Now: Stories from Refugees a Century Apart. Drawing attention to the plight of refugees in early 20th century Syria and today, this exhibition uniquely blends a selection of artifacts from our collection of Islamic art with work by contemporary Arab artists Mohamad Hafez, Issam Kourbaj, and Ginane Makki Bacho. See it from October 13, 2018—January 13, 2019. Small Vase (detail). Raqqa, Syria. Ayyubid period, 13th century. Ceramic. Brooklyn Museum; Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Frederic B. Pratt, 36.944. -- source link
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