EASTERN TRADITIONS
WESTERN EXPRESSIONS

February 25, 2012 – January 10, 2013

In the exhibition Eastern Traditions I Western Expressions, traditional Asian artworks are contrasted with contemporary works by American and Asian-American artists.  By displaying these works together, the exhibition encourages us to consider the ways historic Asian art and culture have influenced Western forms of artistic expression. 

We invite you to appreciate the subtle beauty of Asian artworks and their contemporary counterparts in a new way through interactive experiences.  In the galleries you’ll find touch-screen computer stations with games, films and audio clips related to the artwork. Learn even more about works of art by taking a self-guided audio tour with
your cell phone.

Supported in part by a grant from

IMAGES (L-R): Morris Graves, Vessel Seeking to Achieve
its Ideal Form, 1943, Watercolor and tempera on paper, Gift of Wells Fargo. Chinese Throne Vases, Late 19th century,
Porcelain, enamel and gilt, Gift of Mrs. J. L. Eberle.

Audio tours of this exhibition are
available on your cell phone.