The lovely Asian Art Museum in San Francisco, California presents an extensive, multi-layered exhibit of the art of one of the most interesting cities in the world.
“Shanghai explores, through the mirror of its art, the tumultuous history that has resulted in one of the world’s most dynamic and cosmopolitan cities. For more than a century Shanghai artists have not only been documenting the city’s many changes but also leading its way into the future. This exhibition features more than 130 oil paintings, Shanghai Deco furniture and rugs, revolutionary posters, works of fashion, movie clips, and contemporary installations. They are significant visual documents of the city’s rich and ever-changing culture.”
“Shanghai” * until September 5, 2010
Asian Art Museum, 200 Larkin Street, San Francisco, CA