SAAM Gaurdian Camel
SAAM Gaurdian Camel
Published 2017-04-28T10:55:08+00:00
Of the nearly 24,000 objects in SAM’s collection, two sculptures have probably had the broadest impact on visitors’ experience of the museum since it opened in 1933. They have proven a popular attraction for visitors of all ages, newcomers and regulars alike. For a long time, though, they weren’t even physically in the museum. They’re the greeters, the guardians. They are: the camels.
Writing in 1968—35 years after the arrival of our Chinese camels and the opening of our doors—SAM founding director Dr. Richard Fuller proclaimed the camels “unquestionably the most popular items” in the museum’s collection. No doubt this was partly because he enthusiastically encouraged kids to have a go at riding them.
Date published | 28/04/2017 |
Tempo per farlo | - 180 Minuti |
Quantità di filamento | 56g |
Dimensioni | 127mm x 52mm x 77mm |
Complessità | Easy |
Title | Seattle Asian Art Museum Guardian Camel |
Dimension | 101 1/2 x 56 x 36 1/2 in |
Accession | Eugene Fuller Memorial Collection |
Period | Late 14th - Mid 17th Century |
Medium | Marble |
Credit | Scanned by Devin Michael |
Record | http://samblog.seattleartmuseum.org/2016/03/object-week-camel/ |
Place | Seattle Asian Art Museum |