Art Break: A Rare Opportunity to View Ancient Jade at J. J. Lally & Co.
By A. E. Colas, Contributing Writer, March 19, 2018
This time Art Break focuses on Asia Week, a ten-day celebration of the arts and cultural influences of the region. A multitude of countries and time periods are represented by local and international galleries, giving New Yorkers the opportunity to see many rare artifacts and art works. From Tibet House showing modern interpretations of female icons of Buddhism to Margaret Thatcher Projects displaying the mesmerizing complexity of Nobu Fukui’s paintings, J.J. Lally’s magnificent collection of ancient Chinese Jade as well as Blum & Poe’s showing of the elegantly simple sculptural works by Kishio Suga, there is something for every kind of art lover. And the best part of all? Being able to see these wonderful things for free!
Art Break Downtown:
Where: Tibet House, 22 West 15th Street
When: Now through May 11, Mon – Fri: 11-6
Who: Divine Feminine: New Masterpieces from Nepal
What: Modern works depicting female icons of Buddhism
Why: Learn about the importance of the female Buddha to practitioners of the faith
Art Break Chelsea:
Where: Margaret Thatcher Projects, 539 West 23rd Street
When: Now through April 7, Tu – Sat: 10-6
What: Intricately painted canvases bursting with color and shape
Why: The beauty of these abstract works is astonishing
Art Break Midtown:
Where: J. J. Lally & Co., 41 West 57th Street, 14th Floor
When: Now through March 29, Mon – Fri: 10-5
Who: Ancient Chinese Jade
What: Jade objects ranging from jewelry to ceremonial weapons
Why: The variety of beautiful colors and forms is a pleasure to view and admire
Art Break Above 60th Street (East or West):
Where: Blum & Poe, 19 East 66th Street
When: Now through April 14, Tu – Sat: 10-6
Who: Kishio Suga
What: Abstract sculptures using a variety of materials
Why: The question of how an object relates to and influences its space is a classic artistic dilemma
Cover: Neolithic Jade Toothed Mask Ornament; Hongshan Culture, circa 3800-2700 B.C.; length 4 3/8 inches (11 cm); courtesy of J.J. Lally & Co.
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