Seasons

December 18–June 24, 2012
Freer Gallery of Art

Highlighting the permanent collection, this series of exhibitions underscores the importance of the seasons in Chinese and Japanese art and culture.

Currently on view:

Arts of Japan
September 3, 2011–February 12, 2012
From springtime cherry blossoms to autumnal scarlet maples, see how seasonal associations permeate Japanese poetry, art, and customs.
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Tea
September 3, 2011–June 24, 2012
A dozen examples from the Freer show how tea utensils embody changes in weather. Rough stoneware conveys warmth, for example, while porcelain is cool to the touch.

Detail, Pavilion in the Winter Mountains; by Qi Kun; F1998.270.2