MICHIGAN ORIENTAL ART SOCIETY - Our 39th Year
UPCOMING EVENTS
1. Celebrate the YEAR OF THE TIGER with Amelia Kit-Yiu Chau, former Detroit Institute of Art Assistant Curator of Asian Art. - February 21, 2010
2. Collector's Choice - Date TBD
At least once a year MOAS has a "Collector's Choice" meeting. The date for the 2010 event is yet to be determined. The notice for the last such meeting, held in May 2009, is presented below.
SHARE THE STUFF THAT HOOKED YOU ON ASIAN ART AND ARTIFACTS
Collectors Choice
Baskets, Ceramics, Netsuke Paintings, Pottery, Prints, Swords, Textiles,
Jade, Bamboo, Boxwood, Clay, Gold, Brass, Bronze,
All of us are members of MOAS because we share a common interest in Asian Art and Culture, yet within that unity resides a great diversity. For this meeting let's share our interests and some of the insights we have gathered as we explored this vast subject. Bring one or more artifacts in one or more of the following suggested categories.
All Asian cultures, countries and eras are welcome
● - A favorite piece; something which really speaks to you in a personal way.
● - Something which tells a story, or has its own unique story.
● - Something which is an example of a specialized material and/or technique of manufacture.
● - A mystery object: something which has puzzled you as to age, material, use or origin.
(Or something you know about, but which might puzzle the rest of us.)
● -Something that has fooled you: a fake, or something which turned out to be other than you
thought.
● -Something which has a connection with a well-known person or event.
We'd like to share open discussion, stories, ideas, opinions and theories in a relaxed,
informal way as we look at each others' artifacts.
Wednesday
Friday
November 1, 2009 - Forging the New Japan: “Turbulent Time at the Turn of the Century”
2009 - MICHIGAN ORIENTAL ART SOCIETY - Our 38th Year
SUNDAY, November 1, 2009 • 1:30 pm
SITE: St. Johns Hospital Oakland @ Education Center
27351 Dequindre Rd; Madison Heights; South of 12 Mile Rd.
North I-696 and East of I-75
Meeting Information: Patricia Beer @ 586-558- 9767
Large Screen Visual Presentation of the Exhibition:
Forging the New Japan: “Turbulent Time at the Turn of the Century”
Japanese Woodblock Print Exhibition from the collection of MOAS members Heather & Sheldon Siegel
Commentary by:
Dr. Sheldon Siegel - collector
David Pepper - Japanese Expert
and curator of accompanying artifacts
Earlier in 2009 this exhibition’s first
venue was at the Berkowitz Gallery;
University of Michigan-Dearborn.
◄ Japanese Victory at Kokai Bay; Oban Triptych
(1847-1915) signed Kiyochika ga.
http://www.jacksonarts.com/Pages/Kiyochika-KokaiBay.htm
Tour this Hanga Japanese Woodblock print exhibition with narration by Dr. Sheldon Siegel, collector and David Pepper curator. Dr. Siegel will bring additional prints for viewing not appearing in the exhibition, and Mr. Pepper will bring accompanying artifacts. Hanga (block-prints) are much closer to the Edo Kawaraban, which were printed quickly and often anonymously in order to spread news, gossip and political comment.
The historic scope of the exhibit is laid out in a basic "timeline'" pattern. It begins in the Bakumatsu era, the last years of the Shoguns, with the arrival of Commodore Perry's fleet in 1853 and depicts some of the turbulent events in the following decades up until the Russo-Japanese War in 1904/1905. The Emperor Meiji was only 15 years old when he ascended the Japanese throne in 1868. When he died in 1912, Japan had risen from a feudal country to a powerful Asian nation shaped after Western patterns. Although Emperor Meiji never executed real power, he became the figurehead of the new era named after him.
Arranged to complement the prints is an exhibit of artifacts covering the same time frame, and featuring objects of everyday use, from samurai blades and light armor to street and ceremonial costume, souvenirs and commemorative items from Japan's foreign wars. Historic coins and currency, Meiji export wares, prints and stereo views document the changes affecting imperial Japan. These showcases were designed and prepared by freelance curator David Pepper using material borrowed from various lenders. Many of the artifacts displayed have counterparts in the prints, for those visitors who like to explore details.
Welcome new member: Alan Marschke
MEETINGS DATE CHANGE: Beginning JANUARY 24, 2010, we return to our historic - 3RD Sunday of the month schedule; all meetings will be on the third Sunday, any deviation will be announced. Please mark your 2010 calendar
FEBRUARY 21, 2010 MOAS MEETING (Third Sunday) • 1:30 pm • St. Johns Hospital Oakland @ Education Center
2010 - HAPPY NEW YEAR we will celebrate the YEAR OF THE TIGER. Let your tigers out of their cages, bring them for display.
Members and guests are encouraged to bring articles depicting the tiger in Asian artifacts to show and share with the group.
SUNDAY, November 1, 2009 • 1:30 pm
SITE: St. Johns Hospital Oakland @ Education Center
27351 Dequindre Rd; Madison Heights; South of 12 Mile Rd.
North I-696 and East of I-75
Meeting Information: Patricia Beer @ 586-558- 9767
Large Screen Visual Presentation of the Exhibition:
Forging the New Japan: “Turbulent Time at the Turn of the Century”
Japanese Woodblock Print Exhibition from the collection of MOAS members Heather & Sheldon Siegel
Commentary by:
Dr. Sheldon Siegel - collector
David Pepper - Japanese Expert
and curator of accompanying artifacts
Earlier in 2009 this exhibition’s first
venue was at the Berkowitz Gallery;
University of Michigan-Dearborn.
◄ Japanese Victory at Kokai Bay; Oban Triptych
(1847-1915) signed Kiyochika ga.
http://www.jacksonarts.com/Pages/Kiyochika-KokaiBay.htm
Tour this Hanga Japanese Woodblock print exhibition with narration by Dr. Sheldon Siegel, collector and David Pepper curator. Dr. Siegel will bring additional prints for viewing not appearing in the exhibition, and Mr. Pepper will bring accompanying artifacts. Hanga (block-prints) are much closer to the Edo Kawaraban, which were printed quickly and often anonymously in order to spread news, gossip and political comment.
The historic scope of the exhibit is laid out in a basic "timeline'" pattern. It begins in the Bakumatsu era, the last years of the Shoguns, with the arrival of Commodore Perry's fleet in 1853 and depicts some of the turbulent events in the following decades up until the Russo-Japanese War in 1904/1905. The Emperor Meiji was only 15 years old when he ascended the Japanese throne in 1868. When he died in 1912, Japan had risen from a feudal country to a powerful Asian nation shaped after Western patterns. Although Emperor Meiji never executed real power, he became the figurehead of the new era named after him.
Arranged to complement the prints is an exhibit of artifacts covering the same time frame, and featuring objects of everyday use, from samurai blades and light armor to street and ceremonial costume, souvenirs and commemorative items from Japan's foreign wars. Historic coins and currency, Meiji export wares, prints and stereo views document the changes affecting imperial Japan. These showcases were designed and prepared by freelance curator David Pepper using material borrowed from various lenders. Many of the artifacts displayed have counterparts in the prints, for those visitors who like to explore details.
Welcome new member: Alan Marschke
MEETINGS DATE CHANGE: Beginning JANUARY 24, 2010, we return to our historic - 3RD Sunday of the month schedule; all meetings will be on the third Sunday, any deviation will be announced. Please mark your 2010 calendar
FEBRUARY 21, 2010 MOAS MEETING (Third Sunday) • 1:30 pm • St. Johns Hospital Oakland @ Education Center
2010 - HAPPY NEW YEAR we will celebrate the YEAR OF THE TIGER. Let your tigers out of their cages, bring them for display.
Members and guests are encouraged to bring articles depicting the tiger in Asian artifacts to show and share with the group.
October 4, 2009 - Süleyman the Magnificent
2009 - MICHIGAN ORIENTAL ART SOCIETY - Our 38th Year
SUNDAY, October 4, 2009 • 1:30 pm
SITE: St. Johns Hospital Oakland @ Education Center
27351 Dequindre Rd; Madison Heights
North I-696 and East of I-75
Meeting Information: Patricia Beer @ 586-558- 9767
DVD presentation on the big screen
Süleyman the Magnificent
The Ottoman Empire reached its highest development under Süleyman, who reigned from 1520-1566. This program chronicles the rule of the Moslem leader, whom Europeans named "The Magnificent." His vast empire extended to three continents; but it is what went on inside his territory that made Süleyman great. Under his leadership, the arts and humanities flourished, a sophisticated judicial system was instituted, public education and housing were supported, and religious freedom was encouraged. Many examples of art, from gold smithing to miniature paintings, are presented along with visits to outstanding architectural sites. Historians discuss the significance of Süleyman’s reign. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, All Movie Guide
In the sixteenth century and Ottoman sultan known as the second Solomon ruled half the civilized world from Topkapi Palace in Istanbul. The Turks called him Kanuni, the Lawgiver. To the Europeans he was known as Süleyman the Magnificent. During his forty-six-year reign, the Ottoman Empire flourished and witnessed a golden age.
A contemporary of Francis I of France and Henry VIII of England, Süleyman was an audacious military leader, celebrated poet, and enthusiastic patron of art and architecture.
Shot on location in Turkey, this film explores she breadth-taking palaces and mosques of the
Ottoman Empire and focuses on the dramatic life and personality of Sultan Süleyman.
The Ottoman Empire reached its highest development under Süleyman, who reigned from 1520-1566. This program chronicles the rule of the Moslem leader, whom Europeans named "The Magnificent." His vast empire extended to three continents; but it is what went on inside his territory that made Süleyman great. Under his leadership, the arts and humanities flourished, a sophisticated judicial system was instituted, public education and housing were supported, and religious freedom was encouraged. Many examples of art, from gold smithing to miniature paintings, are presented along with visits to outstanding architectural sites. Historians discuss the significance of Süleyman’s reign
PLEASE CONTINUE TO SUPPORT in MOAS 2010, the only organization in Michigan that provides a venue for Asian Art lovers to gather and share their passion for Asian Art and Culture on a consistent basis. Our Dues Year is December 31, 2009 to December 31, 2010, collection of 2010 dues beginnings with the October meeting. Payment by check preferred, please complete and submit 2010 Dues form with your payment to assure proper credit. Dues payment was off to a rocky start in 2008, I was not as efficient as usual due to many months of personal illnesses this year. Your prompt payment will help enormously! Thank you, Patricia Beer
Members & guests are encouraged to bring paintings, textiles, calligraphic etc. works relate to this program.
SUNDAY, October 4, 2009 • 1:30 pm
SITE: St. Johns Hospital Oakland @ Education Center
27351 Dequindre Rd; Madison Heights
North I-696 and East of I-75
Meeting Information: Patricia Beer @ 586-558- 9767
DVD presentation on the big screen
Süleyman the Magnificent
The Ottoman Empire reached its highest development under Süleyman, who reigned from 1520-1566. This program chronicles the rule of the Moslem leader, whom Europeans named "The Magnificent." His vast empire extended to three continents; but it is what went on inside his territory that made Süleyman great. Under his leadership, the arts and humanities flourished, a sophisticated judicial system was instituted, public education and housing were supported, and religious freedom was encouraged. Many examples of art, from gold smithing to miniature paintings, are presented along with visits to outstanding architectural sites. Historians discuss the significance of Süleyman’s reign. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, All Movie Guide
In the sixteenth century and Ottoman sultan known as the second Solomon ruled half the civilized world from Topkapi Palace in Istanbul. The Turks called him Kanuni, the Lawgiver. To the Europeans he was known as Süleyman the Magnificent. During his forty-six-year reign, the Ottoman Empire flourished and witnessed a golden age.
A contemporary of Francis I of France and Henry VIII of England, Süleyman was an audacious military leader, celebrated poet, and enthusiastic patron of art and architecture.
Shot on location in Turkey, this film explores she breadth-taking palaces and mosques of the
Ottoman Empire and focuses on the dramatic life and personality of Sultan Süleyman.
The Ottoman Empire reached its highest development under Süleyman, who reigned from 1520-1566. This program chronicles the rule of the Moslem leader, whom Europeans named "The Magnificent." His vast empire extended to three continents; but it is what went on inside his territory that made Süleyman great. Under his leadership, the arts and humanities flourished, a sophisticated judicial system was instituted, public education and housing were supported, and religious freedom was encouraged. Many examples of art, from gold smithing to miniature paintings, are presented along with visits to outstanding architectural sites. Historians discuss the significance of Süleyman’s reign
PLEASE CONTINUE TO SUPPORT in MOAS 2010, the only organization in Michigan that provides a venue for Asian Art lovers to gather and share their passion for Asian Art and Culture on a consistent basis. Our Dues Year is December 31, 2009 to December 31, 2010, collection of 2010 dues beginnings with the October meeting. Payment by check preferred, please complete and submit 2010 Dues form with your payment to assure proper credit. Dues payment was off to a rocky start in 2008, I was not as efficient as usual due to many months of personal illnesses this year. Your prompt payment will help enormously! Thank you, Patricia Beer
Members & guests are encouraged to bring paintings, textiles, calligraphic etc. works relate to this program.
September 6, 2009 - The Chinese & Japanese Art Market: Past, Present, and Future
2009 - MICHIGAN ORIENTAL ART SOCIETY - Our 38th Year
SUNDAY, September 6, 2009 • 1:30 pm
SITE: St. Johns Hospital – Oakland: Education Center
27351 Dequindre Rd; Madison Heights
North of 11 Mile Rd (across from Target store)
Conveniently located North of I-696 and East of I-75
Meeting Information: Patricia Beer @ 586-558- 9767
Interactive Audience Participation Program
The Chinese & Japanese Art Market: Past, Present and Future
Presented by: Stuart and Barbara Hilbert - The Jade Dragon Antiques
The theme of the Hilbert’s presentation will be an update on all things concerning Chinese and Japanese antiques: what is in, what is not, what has risen in price, what has dropped; a summary of where that market has been and where it is going.
The Chinese as a nation are avidly seeking to reclaim their treasures and what the future most likely holds in this arena given the great shortage of excellent art material. Major auction house sales around the globe will be compared and who is buying what, where and at what price.
Stu will briefly explore the collecting interests of collectors of Chinese works of art both domestically and abroad, and whether a “bubble” exists in Chinese antiques. What does the future hold? Present trends in modern Japanese and Chinese art.
The market for Japanese antiques will be assessed and a summary of where that market has been and where it is going.
Barbara will address the genuine versus fake and whether deliberate fakes have hurt the present art market. It is important for a collector to be aware of the different areas in both Chinese and Japanese art that have been heavily reproduced, and in many cases, deliberately faked. Different buying venues will be discussed in this respect. The effect of these very skillful reproductions and deliberate fakes and their various effects of the art and antique markets will be briefly examined.
After their presentations Stu and Barb will entertain questions related to the topic from the audience, so please come ready with questions to pose.
Both Stu and Barb began their careers in the 60’s as educators in California, coincidently both had a strong interest in Asia where they sought teaching positions eventually ended -
- up at the same school in Tainan, Taiwan. An artist and teacher, Mr. Dong, played cupid, they met, fell in love and got married in a Chinese ceremony in a town that mostly spoke Japanese. They traveled extensively throughout Asia while working in Taiwan and began earnestly collecting jade, porcelain, and other scholar’s objects. Time passed quickly and life so exciting that forgotten were their main goals were in life. Moving to England, Stu enrolled in Cambridge’s Asian Studies program, which ended up being a very challenging and wonderful experience (see Bio on back). Barbara accepted a teaching position near Cambridge, providing them with the necessary income for Stu to continue his studies.
In 1977 Barb and Stu moved to Ann Arbor . Stu enrolled in the Political Science Ph.D. program at the U of M with an emphasis on Chinese politics, and Barbara enrolled in a Ph.D. program in Education with an emphasis on China, both had one-half teaching appointments at the time. Their new business, The Jade Dragon, and their daughter Lianne were both born in 1983. Throughout the years, many of us enjoyed visiting their booth at the Southfield shows, finding irresistible treasures to bring home and are sorry they no longer exhibit at this venue.
After the meeting: Members are invited to join Barb and Stu Hilbert for conversation and dinner at Mongolian Chinese Buffet. American, Chinese and Japanese selections are available dim sum, sushi, a grill where you choose your ingredients, plus they cook individual take home dinners to order. Mongolian Buffet is less than a mile from the site where we meet on the northeast corner of 12 mile road.
Members and visitors are invited to bring Chinese and Japanese artifacts for display and sharing.
________
SYNOPSIS: Asian Art Market Presentation by Stuart and Barbara Hilbert at the Michigan Oriental Art Society meeting September 2009
Stu contrasted Western (Europe & the United States) collecting interests with Eastern (domestic Chinese & Japanese)collecting interests. For example, in the West, early Chinese burial jades are avidly collected whereas in the East, few collect them...they collect later jades from the Ming & Qing Dynasties. In Japanese art, the West avidly collects inro, netsuke, ojime and other forms of domestic Japanese art, whereas the Japanese consider them mostly utilitarian items and do not generally collect them. It then becomes clear that what is "hot" in China is quite different generally from what the West generally collects, and the same may be said for the Japanese collector--who avidly collects Korean and Chinese art. It was suggested that the major auction houses are great sources for the best in both Chinese and Japanese art. Today, however, many collectors are talking about "bubbles" in the art field....for example, modern Chinese art has dropped in the last few years by at least 30/35%, whereas Japanese art hit a bubble about a decade ago. In sum, the domestic Chinese and the Chinese diasporas* are presently driving the Asian art markets--and collecting areas such as mark and period Chinese porcelains and 18th century Qianlong jades have soared in price.
Barbara discussed the flip side of these rising values, the increase in exceptionally clever fakes. Creating a fake that could fool even the sophisticated collector, dealer, or curator becomes possible if no expense needs to be spared. Materials that mimic original substances can be used or can be transformed by technological advances. Expert craftsmen with deep knowledge of the wares of earlier periods can be employed. These fakes are not limited to Chinese antiques. Japanese reproductions that would fool the uninitiated also exist as do copies of Western antiques. Because of the number of clever fakes on the market, provenance has become increasingly important. Many Chinese buyers prefer to buy from trusted Western dealers and the value of Chinese antiques from known collections has shot up in
value.
*A diaspora (in Greek, διασπορά – "a scattering [of seeds]")
is any movement of a population sharing common national
and/or ethnic identity. While refugees may or may not ultimately
settle in a new geographic location, the term diaspora refers
to a permanently displaced and relocated collective.
SUNDAY, September 6, 2009 • 1:30 pm
SITE: St. Johns Hospital – Oakland: Education Center
27351 Dequindre Rd; Madison Heights
North of 11 Mile Rd (across from Target store)
Conveniently located North of I-696 and East of I-75
Meeting Information: Patricia Beer @ 586-558- 9767
Interactive Audience Participation Program
The Chinese & Japanese Art Market: Past, Present and Future
Presented by: Stuart and Barbara Hilbert - The Jade Dragon Antiques
The theme of the Hilbert’s presentation will be an update on all things concerning Chinese and Japanese antiques: what is in, what is not, what has risen in price, what has dropped; a summary of where that market has been and where it is going.
The Chinese as a nation are avidly seeking to reclaim their treasures and what the future most likely holds in this arena given the great shortage of excellent art material. Major auction house sales around the globe will be compared and who is buying what, where and at what price.
Stu will briefly explore the collecting interests of collectors of Chinese works of art both domestically and abroad, and whether a “bubble” exists in Chinese antiques. What does the future hold? Present trends in modern Japanese and Chinese art.
The market for Japanese antiques will be assessed and a summary of where that market has been and where it is going.
Barbara will address the genuine versus fake and whether deliberate fakes have hurt the present art market. It is important for a collector to be aware of the different areas in both Chinese and Japanese art that have been heavily reproduced, and in many cases, deliberately faked. Different buying venues will be discussed in this respect. The effect of these very skillful reproductions and deliberate fakes and their various effects of the art and antique markets will be briefly examined.
After their presentations Stu and Barb will entertain questions related to the topic from the audience, so please come ready with questions to pose.
Both Stu and Barb began their careers in the 60’s as educators in California, coincidently both had a strong interest in Asia where they sought teaching positions eventually ended -
- up at the same school in Tainan, Taiwan. An artist and teacher, Mr. Dong, played cupid, they met, fell in love and got married in a Chinese ceremony in a town that mostly spoke Japanese. They traveled extensively throughout Asia while working in Taiwan and began earnestly collecting jade, porcelain, and other scholar’s objects. Time passed quickly and life so exciting that forgotten were their main goals were in life. Moving to England, Stu enrolled in Cambridge’s Asian Studies program, which ended up being a very challenging and wonderful experience (see Bio on back). Barbara accepted a teaching position near Cambridge, providing them with the necessary income for Stu to continue his studies.
In 1977 Barb and Stu moved to Ann Arbor . Stu enrolled in the Political Science Ph.D. program at the U of M with an emphasis on Chinese politics, and Barbara enrolled in a Ph.D. program in Education with an emphasis on China, both had one-half teaching appointments at the time. Their new business, The Jade Dragon, and their daughter Lianne were both born in 1983. Throughout the years, many of us enjoyed visiting their booth at the Southfield shows, finding irresistible treasures to bring home and are sorry they no longer exhibit at this venue.
After the meeting: Members are invited to join Barb and Stu Hilbert for conversation and dinner at Mongolian Chinese Buffet. American, Chinese and Japanese selections are available dim sum, sushi, a grill where you choose your ingredients, plus they cook individual take home dinners to order. Mongolian Buffet is less than a mile from the site where we meet on the northeast corner of 12 mile road.
Members and visitors are invited to bring Chinese and Japanese artifacts for display and sharing.
________
SYNOPSIS: Asian Art Market Presentation by Stuart and Barbara Hilbert at the Michigan Oriental Art Society meeting September 2009
Stu contrasted Western (Europe & the United States) collecting interests with Eastern (domestic Chinese & Japanese)collecting interests. For example, in the West, early Chinese burial jades are avidly collected whereas in the East, few collect them...they collect later jades from the Ming & Qing Dynasties. In Japanese art, the West avidly collects inro, netsuke, ojime and other forms of domestic Japanese art, whereas the Japanese consider them mostly utilitarian items and do not generally collect them. It then becomes clear that what is "hot" in China is quite different generally from what the West generally collects, and the same may be said for the Japanese collector--who avidly collects Korean and Chinese art. It was suggested that the major auction houses are great sources for the best in both Chinese and Japanese art. Today, however, many collectors are talking about "bubbles" in the art field....for example, modern Chinese art has dropped in the last few years by at least 30/35%, whereas Japanese art hit a bubble about a decade ago. In sum, the domestic Chinese and the Chinese diasporas* are presently driving the Asian art markets--and collecting areas such as mark and period Chinese porcelains and 18th century Qianlong jades have soared in price.
Barbara discussed the flip side of these rising values, the increase in exceptionally clever fakes. Creating a fake that could fool even the sophisticated collector, dealer, or curator becomes possible if no expense needs to be spared. Materials that mimic original substances can be used or can be transformed by technological advances. Expert craftsmen with deep knowledge of the wares of earlier periods can be employed. These fakes are not limited to Chinese antiques. Japanese reproductions that would fool the uninitiated also exist as do copies of Western antiques. Because of the number of clever fakes on the market, provenance has become increasingly important. Many Chinese buyers prefer to buy from trusted Western dealers and the value of Chinese antiques from known collections has shot up in
value.
*A diaspora (in Greek, διασπορά – "a scattering [of seeds]")
is any movement of a population sharing common national
and/or ethnic identity. While refugees may or may not ultimately
settle in a new geographic location, the term diaspora refers
to a permanently displaced and relocated collective.
April 5, 2009 - The Emperor and the Assassin
2009 - MICHIGAN ORIENTAL ART SOCIETY - Our 38th Year
Sunday April 5, 2009 • 1:15 pm
SITE: St. Johns Hospital – Oakland: Education Center
27351 Dequindre Rd; Madison Heights
North of 11 Mile Rd (across from Target store)
Conveniently located North of I-696 and East of I-75
Meeting Information: Patricia Beer @ 586-558- 9767
Special Technical Award, Cannes Film Festival 1998
The Emperor and the Assassin
THE EMPEROR AND THE ASSASSIN, set during the third century BC, is the story of an ambitious King, Ying Zheng, obsessed with unifying all of China and becoming its first emperor. To this end, he embarks upon an unparalleled reign of terror and brutality against all who, he believes, stands between him and his destiny. Yin Zheng (Li Xuejian), King of Qin, embarks on a brutal campaign to unite all seven Chinese kingdoms in the third century B.C. Wanting to appear invincible, Yin sends his lover, Lady Zhao (Gong Li), to her homeland to hire a killer who will intentionally botch an assassination attempt on him. Once there, Lady Zhao tries to enlist Jing Ke (Zhang Fengyi), but complications arise in this lavishly produced historical epic from China.
Special Note: We will be collecting 2009 late dues at this meeting, payment by check preferred, Please complete enclosed 2009 form with your payment to assure proper credit.
Members and Guests as always are encouraged to bring Asian artifacts of this culture to show and share with the group.
Amelia Chau, former Assistant Curator of Asian Art, is among the group of 64 employees laid-off recently at the DIA. Amelia will be missed as the only presence at the DIA fostering the interest of Asian Art enthusiasts
Let us collectively express our appreciation for the friendship, generosity and goodwill Amelia has shown to MOAS members during her tenure at the DIA. Over the years Amelia has been a positive force, nurturing and educating us with her knowledge of the Arts of Asia. Her presentations for Chinese New Year, the latest being in 2009 or 4706 Chinese Year of the Qx, have always been a special way to begin the new year of MOAS programming. Amelia scourers Asian Cultures for the finest representations each year for the animal depicted in art works of various cultures to share with us. She will be greatly missed
Personally, I would like to encourage you to give a personal gift of your kind words or card to her in appreciation for all the she has given of herself to this organization and the community. With economic conditions that have developed, it is quite likely that those on lay off will not be called back in the near future.
RSVP Invitation enclosed: Please join us at this luncheon to honor Amelia Chau.
Japan: Memoirs of a Secret Empire - This documentary spotlights 16th and 17th century Japan as seen through the eyes of the samurai, the artist, the foreigner and many others will be shown. Members will be notified with a detailed announcement
.
Sunday April 5, 2009 • 1:15 pm
SITE: St. Johns Hospital – Oakland: Education Center
27351 Dequindre Rd; Madison Heights
North of 11 Mile Rd (across from Target store)
Conveniently located North of I-696 and East of I-75
Meeting Information: Patricia Beer @ 586-558- 9767
Special Technical Award, Cannes Film Festival 1998
The Emperor and the Assassin
THE EMPEROR AND THE ASSASSIN, set during the third century BC, is the story of an ambitious King, Ying Zheng, obsessed with unifying all of China and becoming its first emperor. To this end, he embarks upon an unparalleled reign of terror and brutality against all who, he believes, stands between him and his destiny. Yin Zheng (Li Xuejian), King of Qin, embarks on a brutal campaign to unite all seven Chinese kingdoms in the third century B.C. Wanting to appear invincible, Yin sends his lover, Lady Zhao (Gong Li), to her homeland to hire a killer who will intentionally botch an assassination attempt on him. Once there, Lady Zhao tries to enlist Jing Ke (Zhang Fengyi), but complications arise in this lavishly produced historical epic from China.
Special Note: We will be collecting 2009 late dues at this meeting, payment by check preferred, Please complete enclosed 2009 form with your payment to assure proper credit.
Members and Guests as always are encouraged to bring Asian artifacts of this culture to show and share with the group.
Amelia Chau, former Assistant Curator of Asian Art, is among the group of 64 employees laid-off recently at the DIA. Amelia will be missed as the only presence at the DIA fostering the interest of Asian Art enthusiasts
Let us collectively express our appreciation for the friendship, generosity and goodwill Amelia has shown to MOAS members during her tenure at the DIA. Over the years Amelia has been a positive force, nurturing and educating us with her knowledge of the Arts of Asia. Her presentations for Chinese New Year, the latest being in 2009 or 4706 Chinese Year of the Qx, have always been a special way to begin the new year of MOAS programming. Amelia scourers Asian Cultures for the finest representations each year for the animal depicted in art works of various cultures to share with us. She will be greatly missed
Personally, I would like to encourage you to give a personal gift of your kind words or card to her in appreciation for all the she has given of herself to this organization and the community. With economic conditions that have developed, it is quite likely that those on lay off will not be called back in the near future.
RSVP Invitation enclosed: Please join us at this luncheon to honor Amelia Chau.
Japan: Memoirs of a Secret Empire - This documentary spotlights 16th and 17th century Japan as seen through the eyes of the samurai, the artist, the foreigner and many others will be shown. Members will be notified with a detailed announcement
.
February 1, 2009-Celebrating Year of the Ox (4706)
2009 - MICHIGAN ORIENTAL ART SOCIETY - Our 38th Year
Sunday, February 1, 2009 • 1:30 pm
SITE: St. Johns Hospital – Oakland: Education Center
27351 Dequindre Rd; Madison Heights
North of 11 Mile Rd (across from Target store)
Conveniently located North of I-696 and East of I-75
Meeting Information: Patricia Beer @ 586-558- 9767
An Illustrated Lecture with Asian art images
2009 Celebrating
Year of the Ox (4706)
with Amelia Kit-Yiu Chau
Assistant Curator of Asian Art
Detroit Institute of Arts
Born in Hong Kong, Amelia attended college in California, where her family currently lives. She holds an undergraduate degree in Business: Marketing from Santa Clara University, and an MA in History of Art from the University of California, Riverside, where her thesis examined 20th-century Chinese painting in the context of traditional Chinese and Modern European painting theories.
Since arriving in Detroit in the summer of 1996, Amelia has helped install a number of rotations in the Asian galleries, including "Harbinger of Spring: The Flowering Cherry and Plum" in 1998, "Valor and Grace: Personal Artifacts from the World of the Samurai Warrior" in 1999, and "Points of Departure: Traditional and Contemporary Asian Art" in 2001. Amelia is currently working on the full reinstallation of the Asian collection in the expanded, renovated and technically upgraded Detroit Institute of Arts. Amelia was the organizing co-curator of the strikingly beautiful photographic exhibition “Kenro Izu: Sacred Places,” on display at the DIA in 2008.
Special Note: We will be collecting 2009 dues at this meeting, payment by check
preferred, please complete and submit 2009 form with your payment to assure proper credit. Members are encouraged to bring Asian artifacts depicting the OX to show and share.
People born in the Year of the Ox: A leader, are bright, cheerful and patient, speak little, and inspire confidence in others. They tend, however, to be eccentric, and bigoted, and they anger easily. They have fierce tempers and although they speak little, when they do they are quite eloquent. Ox people are mentally and physically alert. Generally easy-going, they can be remarkably stubborn, and they hate to fail or be opposed. They are most compatible with Snake, Rooster, and Rat people.
Guests Welcome
Note: Woodblock print exhibit at U of M-Dearborn thru March 6.
Next meeting: Sunday, March 1, 2009 - A documentary of the 16th and 17th Century Japan.
“Japan: Memoirs of a Secret Empire”
Sunday, February 1, 2009 • 1:30 pm
SITE: St. Johns Hospital – Oakland: Education Center
27351 Dequindre Rd; Madison Heights
North of 11 Mile Rd (across from Target store)
Conveniently located North of I-696 and East of I-75
Meeting Information: Patricia Beer @ 586-558- 9767
An Illustrated Lecture with Asian art images
2009 Celebrating
Year of the Ox (4706)
with Amelia Kit-Yiu Chau
Assistant Curator of Asian Art
Detroit Institute of Arts
Born in Hong Kong, Amelia attended college in California, where her family currently lives. She holds an undergraduate degree in Business: Marketing from Santa Clara University, and an MA in History of Art from the University of California, Riverside, where her thesis examined 20th-century Chinese painting in the context of traditional Chinese and Modern European painting theories.
Since arriving in Detroit in the summer of 1996, Amelia has helped install a number of rotations in the Asian galleries, including "Harbinger of Spring: The Flowering Cherry and Plum" in 1998, "Valor and Grace: Personal Artifacts from the World of the Samurai Warrior" in 1999, and "Points of Departure: Traditional and Contemporary Asian Art" in 2001. Amelia is currently working on the full reinstallation of the Asian collection in the expanded, renovated and technically upgraded Detroit Institute of Arts. Amelia was the organizing co-curator of the strikingly beautiful photographic exhibition “Kenro Izu: Sacred Places,” on display at the DIA in 2008.
Special Note: We will be collecting 2009 dues at this meeting, payment by check
preferred, please complete and submit 2009 form with your payment to assure proper credit. Members are encouraged to bring Asian artifacts depicting the OX to show and share.
People born in the Year of the Ox: A leader, are bright, cheerful and patient, speak little, and inspire confidence in others. They tend, however, to be eccentric, and bigoted, and they anger easily. They have fierce tempers and although they speak little, when they do they are quite eloquent. Ox people are mentally and physically alert. Generally easy-going, they can be remarkably stubborn, and they hate to fail or be opposed. They are most compatible with Snake, Rooster, and Rat people.
Guests Welcome
Note: Woodblock print exhibit at U of M-Dearborn thru March 6.
Next meeting: Sunday, March 1, 2009 - A documentary of the 16th and 17th Century Japan.
“Japan: Memoirs of a Secret Empire”
October 2008 - Ritual of Color in Tibetan Art and Architecture
2008 - MICHIGAN ORIENTAL ART SOCIETY - Our 37th Year
Sunday, October 2008 • 1:30 pm
SITE: St. Johns Hospital – Oakland: Education Center
27351 Dequindre Rd; Madison Heights
North of 11 Mile Rd (across from Target store)
Conveniently located North of I-696 and East of I-75
Meeting Information: Patricia Beer @ 586-558- 9767
The Ritual of Color in Tibetan Art and Architecture
By Shuishan Yu
Assistant Professor of Art History
Oakland University
Tibetan art and architecture are famous for their brilliant colors. Different regions and Lamaist schools had developed unique color schemes characteristic to their local styles and cultural identities. What is the cause of such a diverse colorful world in Tibetan art and architecture? What are the meanings of different colors in Tibetan cultures? Why is color so important to the life and religious practice in Tibet? By analyzing the relationship between ritual and color symbolism in Tibetan Buddhism, this lecture will shed some light on these questions and help to build a framework for a better understanding of the colorful world of Tibetan art and architecture.
Tibetans also like to decorate their front doors. The lintel of the door is usually inscribed with Buddhist mantras and the use of wood and glass makes the frame appear like a shrine and Buddhist statues and other sacred objects are placed within it. The brackets between the column and the lintel are also painted. Some people also place a shrine or a Yak horn on the top of the lintel. In Shigatse objects similar to stupas are often placed on the lintel. There is usually a single vermeil or pitch-black door leaf, decorated with iron or bronze flakes or rings and symbols of the Sun and the Moon or Buddhist swastika. The surrounding walls outside the frame are designed like those of windows mentioned above.
The inside of the houses are even more beautifully decorated. Flowery Tibetan Carpets, paintings and statues are the necessities of a family. All the walls, pillars, desks and cabinets are carefully painted with Buddhist themes or auspicious patterns. The shrine room holds the most value for Tibetans. Usually Buddhist statues are put in the center of the altar, and in front of these offerings, such as Butter Sculptures and pure water are placed. The walls are often hung with Thangkas.
Besides the Stone Towers, there are also single-story houses in Tibet, as well as tents in the pastures of Northern Tibet, which are also elaborately designed and mostly used as shrines now. In the forested eastern region wooden houses are more popular. In the remote Ngari and other regions, caves and earthen houses are built.
Sunday, October 2008 • 1:30 pm
SITE: St. Johns Hospital – Oakland: Education Center
27351 Dequindre Rd; Madison Heights
North of 11 Mile Rd (across from Target store)
Conveniently located North of I-696 and East of I-75
Meeting Information: Patricia Beer @ 586-558- 9767
The Ritual of Color in Tibetan Art and Architecture
By Shuishan Yu
Assistant Professor of Art History
Oakland University
Tibetan art and architecture are famous for their brilliant colors. Different regions and Lamaist schools had developed unique color schemes characteristic to their local styles and cultural identities. What is the cause of such a diverse colorful world in Tibetan art and architecture? What are the meanings of different colors in Tibetan cultures? Why is color so important to the life and religious practice in Tibet? By analyzing the relationship between ritual and color symbolism in Tibetan Buddhism, this lecture will shed some light on these questions and help to build a framework for a better understanding of the colorful world of Tibetan art and architecture.
Tibetans also like to decorate their front doors. The lintel of the door is usually inscribed with Buddhist mantras and the use of wood and glass makes the frame appear like a shrine and Buddhist statues and other sacred objects are placed within it. The brackets between the column and the lintel are also painted. Some people also place a shrine or a Yak horn on the top of the lintel. In Shigatse objects similar to stupas are often placed on the lintel. There is usually a single vermeil or pitch-black door leaf, decorated with iron or bronze flakes or rings and symbols of the Sun and the Moon or Buddhist swastika. The surrounding walls outside the frame are designed like those of windows mentioned above.
The inside of the houses are even more beautifully decorated. Flowery Tibetan Carpets, paintings and statues are the necessities of a family. All the walls, pillars, desks and cabinets are carefully painted with Buddhist themes or auspicious patterns. The shrine room holds the most value for Tibetans. Usually Buddhist statues are put in the center of the altar, and in front of these offerings, such as Butter Sculptures and pure water are placed. The walls are often hung with Thangkas.
Besides the Stone Towers, there are also single-story houses in Tibet, as well as tents in the pastures of Northern Tibet, which are also elaborately designed and mostly used as shrines now. In the forested eastern region wooden houses are more popular. In the remote Ngari and other regions, caves and earthen houses are built.
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