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| The Arts of Korea: A Resource for Educators |
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An illustrated 167-page teacher's guide that can be downloaded in .pdf format, either in its entirety or by chapter. Includes a discussion of Korea's history and religions, art history, materials, and music, specific artworks with descriptions, lesson plans and activities, plus a glossary, timeline, maps, and a list of additional resources. Korea occupies a pivotal position in East Asian regional affairs. Its relations with its larger neighbors, China and Japan, and its role in cultural and technical exchange within East Asia, are a crucial part of the country’s history. Yet, it is also important to understand and appreciate the separate and distinct character of Korea’s cultural and artistic heritage. Teachers Guide [PDF].
Go to Museum Resource: https://www.metmuseum.org/learn/educators/curriculum-resources/the-arts-of-korea | |
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| Asian Lacquer: Masterpieces from the Florence and Herbert Irving Collection |
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Online presentation of a 2007-2008 exhibition. "Ranging in size from small boxes for incense to larger containers for sake, and in date from the 14th to the 19th century, the exquisite works in this exhibition also have cultural significance related to the art of writing or historical and literary themes." With images of 15 related objects. See also exhibition publication.
Go to Museum Resource: https://www.metmuseum.org/exhibitions/listings/2007/asian-lacquer | |
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| The Astor Chinese Garden Court |
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A replica of a Ming dynasty home garden from Suzhou, China, recreated by artisans from China. The design of the museum's Chinese garden is "based on a small courtyard within a scholar's garden in the city of Suzhou, China, called Wang Shi Yuan, the Garden of the Master of the Fishing Nets.The first permanent cultural exchange between the U.S. and the People's Republic of China, the installation was completed in 1981. Conceived by museum trustee Brooke Astor, the courtyard was created and assembled by expert craftsmen from China using traditional methods, materials and hand tools." See photo gallery as well as lesson plan.
Go to Museum Resource: https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/78870 | |
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| Bridging East and West: The Chinese Diaspora and Lin Yutang |
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Online presentation of a 2008 exhibition featuring "43 paintings and calligraphies by 19 leading Chinese artists of the mid-20th century." With images of 12 artworks.
Go to Museum Resource: https://www.metmuseum.org/exhibitions/listings/2007/lin-yutang | |
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| Buddhism and Buddhist Art |
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An overview of the development of Buddhism and Buddhist art in South Asia from the 1st century BCE to the 6th century CE. With images of 10 related sculptures.
Go to Museum Resource: http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/budd/hd_budd.htm | |
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