“Bankura’s Sacred Arts: Traditions in Terracotta and Other Crafts of West Bengal” Opening Lecture Presentation
Friday, May 5 2023 at 3:30 PM CDT to
Friday, May 5 2023 at 5:00 PM CDT
Description
Take a trip across continents to discover captivating art!
Explore the traditional art of terracotta sculpture found only in West Bengal, India, with Fine Arts Professor Laura-Harris Gascogne.
This generations-old practice of ceramics has grown increasingly rare. Through Gascogne’s months-long research, discover how we can shed light on and preserve this distinct form of art.
Q&A with a reception in the Fine Arts & Design Studios (FADS) will follow.
Free and open to the public, no RSVP required.
View a collection of terracotta works in “Bankura’s Sacred Arts: Traditions in Terracotta and Other Crafts of West Bengal,” on view in the Corner Gallery of FADS first floor May 5 through Sep. 1.