Seeing the spiritual behind the material: traditional Indian art at the Asia Society Jewelry Portal BR

Seeing the spiritual behind the material: traditional Indian art at the Asia Society

The Asia Society on Manhattan's Upper East Side in New York City, in close proximity to UN Headquarters, launched two glittering shows devoted to the arts of India. In the Realm of Gods and Kings and When Gold Blossoms opened simultaneously in the fall of 2004 as part of the Society's special initiative to present the past, present and future of India. The exhibitions featured more than 200 works from two dazzling private collections, many on display for the first time. These jewels represent the Society's continuing effort to showcase unfamiliar artworks.

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