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Lost in Art

The Minneapolis Institute of Art, locally known as “The M.I.A.”  has a collection is so massive, you could easily get lost in art. The museum boasts over 80,000 items in their collection and their acquisition of Asian Art is considered one of the finest in the country. 

The museum is free but donations are appreciated
There’s so much Art you could lose your head.
If you love Asian Art, (and I sure do) You are in for a serious thrill.

   Art from China and Japan

Royal garments China
Geisha Japan

Lotus Buddha China

Theater masks Japan

Gold horse and rider Mongolia
Warrior China
Ceremonial desk Korea

Samurai Art Japan

                                                          Art from India and Tibet

Ganesh India
Shiva and consort India
Brahama and Consort India
Buddha Shrine
Mandala Tibet
Unidentified Deity from India
Minneapolis Skyline

                                                              Native American Art

                                                           Examples of Jewish Art

Stained Glass Window originally from a Synagogue.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                                              Greco-Roman Art

                                                                  Contemporary Art

                                                Examples of Impressionist Art

Van Gogh
Matisse
Show me the Monet

No matter your artistic preference, you find here. So much to see you can easily spend the entire afternoon. When you visit, make sure you let someone know your plans you could easily go m.i.a. at the M.I.A.

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