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Cambodian Rattan: The Sculpture of Sopheap Pich

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Cambodian Rattan: The Sculpture of Sopheap Pich

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This slideshow details how the contemporary Cambodian artist Sopheap Pich creates organic open-weave sculptures that are inspired by human anatomy, plant life, and the history and culture of Cambodia.

Published in conjunction with the exhibition Cambodian Rattan: The Sculptures of Sopheap Pich, on view February 23 through June 16, 2013.

The exhibition and related programs are made possible by Cynthia Hazen Polsky and Leon B. Polsky.

The exhibition and programs are presented as part of the New York–wide Season of Cambodia.

Cambodian Rattan: The Sculpture of Sopheap Pich

Cambodian Rattan: The Sculpture of Sopheap Pich
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Sunday at the Met: Cambodian Rattan Discussion

Sunday at the Met: Cambodian Rattan Discussion
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Sunday at the Met: Cambodian Rattan Performance

Sunday at the Met: Cambodian Rattan Performance
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Panel with Design of Mandarin Oranges and Booklet

Period:
Edo period (1615–1868)
Date:
18th century
Culture:
Japan
Medium:
Silk and metallic thread on silk; resist-dyed and embroidered satin damask
Dimensions:
Overall: 22 3/4 x 13 1/4 in. (57.8 x 33.7 cm)
Classification:
Textiles
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. H. O. Havemeyer, 1896
Accession Number:
96.14.1127

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