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Gown of Cloud & Rainbow: Miao Costumes & Jewelry from China
The Minneapolis Institute of Arts presents costumes and jewelry of the Miao people of China.
When:
June 1, 2013 12:00am to February 22, 2015 12:00am
Where
In China, a beautiful piece of clothing has often been called a “gown of cloud and rainbow,” and this phrase aptly describes the magnificent costumes and jewelry of the Miao people of China, mostly from the Guizhou/Yunnan plateau.
Miao artists are famous for their embroidery skills and indigo dyeing techniques. With a collection of some 1,200 Miao textiles and 450 pieces of jewelry, the museum now presents a stunning, choice selection.
Cost:
Free.
Phone Number:
(888) 642-2787
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