Existing comment:
1996-2005: The Sackler Gallery acquires works from the Hauge collection of ceramics made in Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Laos, as well as Chinese vessels exported to Southeast Asia.
1997: Dr. Paul Singer bequests his vast and eclectic collection of Chinese art to the Sackler Gallery.
2001: Chinese artist Xu Bing creates Monkeys Grasp for the Moon as part of an exhibition of his artwork. The sculpture is recreated for permanent display in the Sackler Gallery.
2003: The Perspectives series of exhibitions is initiated to present works by contemporary artists from Asia and the Asian diaspora. Japanese artist Yayoi Kasama is featured first. |