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Reflecting the Divine: A Cross-Cultural Look at Greece and China (2-Day Class)
The Getty Center hosts a discussion of religious expression in comparing Chinese and Greek objects.
Where
Compare status and religious expression across the arts of two different ancient peoples in this two-session class. First join educator Shelby Brown to explore the collection and the exhibition Heaven and Earth: Art of Byzantium from Greek Collections at the Getty Villa, then investigate the art of Chinese ritual objects at the USC Pacific Asia Museum with curator Yeonsoo Chee. Course fee $60 for both sessions(includes refreshments). Complimentary parking.
Saturday, April 26, 1:00–4:00 p.m.: Getty Villa
Saturday, May 3, 1:00–3:00 p.m.: USC Pacific Asia Museum
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