Eternal Medium: Seeing the World in Stone

WHEN:

August 20th 2023 to February 11th 2024
Ended

WHERE:

Los Angeles

WHAT:

Making sense of enigmatic visual phenomena such as the moon, clouds, and inkblots is a fundamental human ability that excites curiosity and inspires creativity. This type of looking has fascinated makers and viewers of art throughout time. Stone, especially vividly colored and richly patterned stone, is an impressive medium because the right stone can be difficult to source and carve. Eternal Medium: Seeing the World in Stone brings together diverse works that utilize the natural features of striking stones, and displays them alongside comparative examples in other media. The exhibition invites visitors to look for themselves as well as consider the works in their wider visual contexts. What individuals see in stone depends on their culture, unique experiences, and imagination. We can get closer to what people in the past saw by also looking at these ingenious creations alongside other examples of art from the same time and place. Book your place at the Get Tickets link.

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Are you ready to embark on a journey that will transport you through time and space? Look no further than the Eternal Medium: Seeing the World in Stone exhibition, taking place at the prestigious Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). From Sunday August 20, 2023, to Sunday February 11, 2024, this captivating event will captivate your senses and ignite your imagination.

Curated by the talented team at LACMA, Eternal Medium explores the enigmatic visual phenomena that have fascinated humanity for centuries. From the mesmerizing allure of the moon to the ethereal beauty of clouds and the intriguing inkblots, this exhibition delves into the fundamental human ability to make sense of these captivating sights.

What sets this exhibition apart is its focus on stone as a medium of artistic expression. Vividly colored and richly patterned stones take center stage, showcasing the immense skill required to source and carve these precious materials. The result is a collection of diverse works that highlight the natural features of striking stones, presented alongside comparative examples in other artistic mediums.

As you wander through the exhibition, you'll be invited to not only observe but also immerse yourself in the wider visual contexts of these remarkable creations. What you see in stone is deeply influenced by your culture, unique experiences, and boundless imagination. By exploring these ingenious works alongside other art from the same time and place, you'll gain a deeper understanding of what people in the past saw and felt.

To ensure you don't miss out on this extraordinary experience, be sure to book your place at the Eternal Medium exhibition. Simply click on the "Get Tickets" link and secure your spot at this captivating event. Whether you're an art enthusiast, a history buff, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of the world around us, this exhibition promises to leave a lasting impression.

Join us at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and embark on a journey through time and stone. Eternal Medium: Seeing the World in Stone awaits your presence.

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