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The Written Image: Japanese Calligraphy and Painting from the Sylvan Barnet and William Burto Collection
October 1, 2002–March 2, 2003
The Sackler Wing Galleries for the Arts of Japan
This exhibition displays 60 works of Japanese calligraphy, spanning a period of more than 1,000 years, drawn from the exceptional collection of Sylvan Barnet and William Burto. The collection—which traces the evolution of Japanese calligraphy from the Nara period (710–784) through the 19th century—includes examples of both the Chinese script (kanji) and the Japanese script (kana). Also included are Buddhist and Shinto mandalas and a portrait of a Zen monk. The presentation of the Barnet and Burto Collection is supplemented by a selection of Japanese paintings and calligraphy from the Metropolitan's holdings.
Accompanied by a catalogue.
The exhibition and its accompanying catalogue are made possible in part by the Toshiba International Foundation.
Additional support for the exhibition has been provided by the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of New York, Inc.
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