Tag: Metropolitan Museum of Art
The Met’s Focus on Harlem in Artistic Exhibit
The Harlem Renaissance is a significant cultural movement that emerged in the early 20th century in the US, with Black artists, writers, musicians, and thinkers engaging in self-expression with creativity
DetailMetropolitan Museum Returns Ancient Sumerian Statue to Iraq
The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York has repatriated an ancient Sumerian copper alloy statue from the third millennium BC to authorities in Iraq. The museum acquired the statue
DetailMetropolitan Museum of Art Signs Cultural-Property Agreement and Returns Two Statues to Thailand
On 25 April, the Metropolitan Museum of Art signed a new agreement with the government of Thailand and officially returned two 11th-century metal sculptures. The sculptures, “Standing Shiva” and “Kneeling
DetailNew Opportunity: Social Media Position Available in the Art World
The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York is currently seeking a senior social media manager to develop and oversee the museum’s global social media strategy. The role involves publishing
DetailTop Fashion Moments at the 2024 Met Gala Beyond Garden Party Theme
The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute exhibitions are known for their cerebral approach. Their latest show, “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion,” explores the deep connection between dress and various aspects
DetailV&A secures medieval ivory sculpture of Christ in £2m acquisition, outbidding the Met
London’s Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) has secured the purchase of a medieval ivory sculpture depicting Christ’s descent from the cross, outbidding the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.
DetailThe Met’s Recovery Post-Pandemic
The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City has experienced a significant increase in local visitors, surpassing pre-pandemic numbers. International visitors, however, have only reached about half of their
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