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The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

ArtSmart Lecture

Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019 – Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
US/Central

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Presented by Bradley Bailey, the Ting Tsung and Wei Fong Chao Curator of Asian Art

In the late 17th century in the hills outside Kyoto, aristocratic painters began to experiment with a new style that incorporated natural motifs in lush, decorative arrangements with lavish pigments like malachite, lapis, and gold. Over the next 300 years, the Rinpa School, as the style was eventually known, became one of the most beloved and well-known styles of Japanese painting.

This talk examines the evolution of the style as it spread from Kyoto to Tokyo and Osaka, with a special emphasis on the significance of flowers and iwa-enogu, or glittering and luxurious “stone paints.”

Exclusive to MFAH members at the Supporting, Sponsor, and Benefactor level, as well as Leadership Circle donors.Invitations are mailed to eligible members. RSVP by February 13, acceptances only, to [email protected] or 713.353.1599.

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HOURS & ADMISSION

  • Wednesday, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Thursday, 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Friday - Saturday, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Sunday , 12:30 pm - 6:00 pm
    • Monday (Except selected holidays) | Closed.
    • Tuesday | Closed.
    • Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day | Closed.
  • Museum Admission

    ALL ACCESS tickets provide entry to Special Exhibitions and the MFAH Permanent Collections. Purchase online or drop by any admissions desk.
    • MFAH Member  FREE
    • ALL ACCESS (Adult 19+)  $24
    • ALL ACCESS (Senior 65+ with ID)  $20
    • ALL ACCESS (Youth 13–18)  $20
    • ALL ACCESS (Child 12 & Under)  FREE
    • *Thursday MFAH Permanent Collections (All Ages)  FREE
    • *Thursday ALL ACCESS (13 & Up)  $10
    On Thursday, admission to the MFAH Permanent Collections is free for all individuals, courtesy of Shell USA, Inc. Special Exhibitions require a separate, discounted ALL ACCESS ticket.

Directions & Parking

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  • Street Parking

Special Offers / Dining

Paolo Fronza, from Fellini Caffè, runs this sophisticated dining operation. Enjoy an array of Italian-inspired fare with a Texas flair, a European-style coffee bar, a kids menu, and much more at the MFA Café, located on the lower level of the Beck Building.

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