This week at work we’ve been filming some footage for this year’s Advent calendar. Obviously I can’t tell you anything about it, you’ll just have to wait until the 1 December, but it did mean I managed to get out to the ‘Museum für Asiatische Kunst’ (Museum of Asian Art), which is located outside of Berlin’s city centre.
Half-figure of a demon, probably 8th/9th century AD
Together with the Ethnologisches Museum (Ethnological Museum), the two museums house collections of non-European art and culture which, in their ensemble, are apparently the most significant of their kind internationally in terms of their scope and quality.
Contenders for ‘Movember’: Two clay heads, probably from the 10th/11th century AD
While our camera team where getting their shots, I had a chance to wander about and capture some of the beautiful statues, sculptures, carvings and other pieces of art on display. I hope you enjoy the photos.
Details of a 15th century door jamb
Dancing Ganesa, 11th century AD
Another ‘Movember’ contender: Standing Buddha, from the 1st century AD
Temple wall hanging, 19th century
Ivory carving, late 17th century
The Museum für Asiatische Kunst is open Tuesdays to Sundays, closed on Mondays. Admission is 8 Euro, discounts available. Kids under age 18 go free.
Jainist family shrine, 18th century
November 22, 2013
Germany