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A New Type of Royal Portrait: Queen Victoria & Photography October 3, 2018
Tudors to Windsors: British Royal Portraits from Holbein to Warhol illustrates how Britain’s kings and queens were memorialized in art. One monarch, especially, set a new precedent for how royals were depicted: Queen Victoria (1819–1901).
Shine On! Art Inspired by the Sun September 5, 2018
Summer may be winding down, but Houstonians know all about the endurance of the Texas sun. Here are a few works from the MFAH collections and The al-Sabah Collection that shine brightly!
Colors of the Season: The Turbans of “Peacock in the Desert” August 1, 2018
Turbans have a long, significant history in Jodhpur, with meaningful colors that reflect the season, moods, and more.
Let’s Dance! Celebrate National Dance Day with Works of Art July 23, 2018
An integral part of religions and cultures for millennia, dance appears in visual arts from all over the world. Celebrate National Dance Day with works from the MFAH collections that show the many meanings of the art of movement.
Conquest & Alliance: The Lal Dera (Red Tent) of “Peacock in the Desert” July 11, 2018
One of the most spectacular highlights of Peacock in the Desert is the Lal Dera, or Red Tent—an intricate imperial tent from the era of the Mughal Empire.
Visualizing the Future: An Interview with Artists Joris Laarman & Anita Star June 29, 2018
“Everything can be made in a unique way, with mass customization. Technology can also be used to create beautiful objects.”
Creating “Big Bambú”: An interview with rock climber Katherine Tong June 15, 2018
Katherine Tong, one of the Houston-based rock climbers who helped install Mike + Doug Starn: Big Bambú, discusses creating a unique work of art in her hometown.
Tradition & Continuity: The Wedding Procession of “Peacock in the Desert” June 12, 2018
Brides brought their culture to the princely kingdom of Marwar-Jodhpur for centuries. Peacock in the Desert: The Royal Arts of Jodhpur, India shows the spectacle and splendor of the tradition of wedding processions.
A Valentine’s Day Guide to Meddling Gods & Broken Hearts February 12, 2018
Although the Museum boasts many works of art celebrating the beauty and joy of love, the collections also include quite a few classically inspired paintings and sculptures highlighting tales of gods and goddesses behaving badly.
Inspired by Oscar! See the winning looks from Fashion Fusion January 24, 2018
The MFAH has once again teamed up with Houston Community College’s award-winning fashion program for the annual Fashion Fusion event—this time, featuring ensembles inspired by The Glamour and Romance of Oscar de la Renta.