Asian Art Museum

Happy First Day of Spring! 🌼 Trained in the modern Sogetsu style, which emphasizes creativity with any material, anywhere, and anytime, our talented Flower Committee blends line, mass, and color to create stunning arrangements. With 10 to 60 years of experience, these talented artists help transform our museum space with striking arrangements that capture the essence of the season. 💐 Take a moment to appreciate these stunning creations. And a special thank you to our talented Flower Committee for their endless dedication and creativity each week! #AsianArtMuseum #FirstDayOfSpring #Ikebana #FloralArrangements

A pioneering artist, Chang Shangpu made a bold shift from theater to fine art in 1948, embarking on a journey that would take her from Hong Kong to San Francisco. Under the guidance of renowned Lingnan masters, she honed her skills, moving from traditional to modern styles of Chinese ink painting. This stunning work captures a fishing village on a misty autumn morning, after a gentle rain. Excited by the drama of the weather, Chang wanted to convey the palpable wetness of the scene. The boats anchored at shore and a cluster of vibrant red and yellow houses in the center gives the harbor a sense of serenity. 🎨 Embark on a visual escape in the Chinese Galleries with a selection of idyllic landscapes at "Mountains of the Mind: A Chinese Landscape Journey." Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gZhXUf_H #AsianArtMuseum #5WomenArtists #WomenInArt #WomensHistoryMonth #WCW

Bamboo baskets have been an integral part of Japanese culture for thousands of years, blending traditional craftsmanship with artistic innovation. Kondo Masayo, a 2024 New Generation Bamboo Art Prize winner, masterfully combines the old and new. Historically, men were the primary creators of bamboo baskets, but more women are now entering the field and making their mark. Masayo’s work exemplifies this shift, weaving functional simplicity and aesthetic geometry to evoke flowing water, drizzling rain, and the play of light on waves. Don’t miss the chance to experience her award-winning work in the collection galleries before it leaves on Monday, March 10. And stay tuned as we continue to share stories of women in art throughout Women’s History Month! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gD3Ch2Xc #AsianArtMuseum #5WomenArtists #WomenInArt #WomensHistoryMonth #WCW 📷: Tou tou (Overflowing), 2024. By Kondo Masayo (Japanese, b. 1978). Bamboo, rattan, and lacquer. Lent by the artist. 📷: Photograph by Kubo Takashi. Image courtesy of The Next Generation Bamboo Art Prizes and Thoma Foundation.

"Visually rich." — The Wall Street Journal Accompanied by an array of handwritten letters and a scholar’s desk inset with a digital touchscreen, this exceptional survey of works showcases how Qi Baishi modernized Chinese painting. Learn more about this modern master: https://lnkd.in/ghMw-e2z

Who will you bring to experience "Yuan Goang-Ming: Everyday War" on opening day? Tag them in the comments and make sure they don’t miss out! 💬 Recently premiering at the 60th Venice Biennale, this timely large-scale exhibition explores the fragmented and surreal nature of contemporary life. Yuan Goang-Ming’s work captures both the unsettling and hopeful aspects of our global and domestic challenges, offering a poignant and relatable search for peace and safety. 🐟Tickets for "Yuan Goang-Ming: Everyday War" are now available. Learn more about this pioneering Taiwanese video artist and secure your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gsvtUhF4 #AsianArtMuseum #YuanGoangMing #SanFrancisco 🎥: Everyday War, 2024, by Yuan Goang-Ming (b. Taipei, 1965). Single-channel video with sound; 10:33 min. © Yuan Goang-Ming. Courtesy of the artist.

What is provenance and how is an artwork’s provenance determined? 💭 Examining the complex questions of cultural heritage, ownership, and restitution, "Moving Objects: Learning from Local and Global Communities" features a case study in the form of four ancient bronze sculptures originating from northeastern Thailand that are currently in the process of being repatriated. Engage with stories from local communities, reflect on the evolving role of museums as cultural stewards, and learn about the history and path forward for these four objects in this thought-provoking presentation. "Moving Objects: Learning from Local and Global Communities" is on view through Monday, March 10. Plus, learn more about our acquisitions and provenance policies at https://lnkd.in/g_aMaRdq. #AsianArtMuseum

Presale tickets for "Yuan Goang-Ming: Everyday War" arrive this Thursday, Feb. 27. Be one of the first to experience the thought-provoking works of pioneering Taiwanese video artist Yuan Goang-Ming. Featuring several pieces that were first showcased in his critically acclaimed exhibition at the 60th Venice Biennale, this large-scale presentation marks Yuan’s first solo show in North America. 🎥 Learn more about this upcoming special exhibition: https://lnkd.in/gsvtUhF4 #AsianArtMuseum #YuanGoangMing #SanFrancisco 🎥: Everyday War, 2024, by Yuan Goang-Ming (b. Taipei, 1965). Single-channel video with sound; 10:33 min. © Yuan Goang-Ming. Courtesy of the artist.

On view for only one weekend, "Tree of Remembrance" honors the legacy of the original Wakasa Memorial Monument. This installation reflects on the painful chapter of American history that began with the signing of Executive Order 9066 on February 19, 1942, which led to the forced removal of Japanese Americans from the West Coast to incarceration camps during World War II. Join us for a weekend of reflection through this immersive installation, which includes projections, sculpture, and community gathering. Visitors are encouraged to share their thoughts and memories by writing on a memory tag and adding it to the "Tree of Remembrance." 🗓️ "Tree of Remembrance" is on view through Monday, Feb. 24. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gGaTCiSR

For only four days starting Thursday, Feb. 20, the "Tree of Remembrance" will be at the Asian Art Museum to honor the legacy of the original Wakasa Memorial Monument. This installation reflects on the painful chapter of American history that began with the signing of Executive Order 9066 on February 19, 1942, which led to the forced removal of Japanese Americans from the West Coast to incarceration camps during World War II. Join us for opening night on Thursday, Feb. 20 at 6:30 p.m. for a Taiko performance, welcoming remarks, and musical tributes. Plus, share your thoughts and memories by writing on a memory tag and adding it to the "Tree of Remembrance." Learn more and reserve tickets: https://lnkd.in/gskuex8k

Earlier this month, we collaborated with the India Art Fair to present Ashwini Bhat's ephemeral installation "Earth Under Our Feet," which invited viewers to observe their entangled relationships with others and the very ground they stand on through immersion and movement. Growing out of Bhat's permanent installation on view at the museum, we were honored to work with the India Art Fair for the first time and are excited to continue partnering with more South Asian artists from the global community. Read more about Bhat's installation "What Will It Take / For Us To Awake?" located on the third floor: https://lnkd.in/gnJw8hkK