Classes started yesterday so this weekend we waged our last stand against the oncoming siege of academia. On Saturday, we went to the British Museum. Putting the ethical implications aside, the selection was simply incredible; as an orientation leader had reminded us earlier "Britain had centuries to loot the greatest treasures from all over the world." Exhibits included Chinese ceramics, statues from Indian temples, African canoes, a replica of a Korean home, Middle Eastern bowls, etc. We didn't have time to take in everything (our stomachs led us elsewhere), but the museum is a must-see if you come to London. Below are some pictures.
I don't remember where this piece was from, but looks cool.
I loved the blue and white Chinese porcelain. There was a roomful of Chinese ceramics, all collected by a private Englishman.
Some of the amazing African art. Notice the artificial tree in the background. I think it's made from scraps of wood.
A statue of Mahavir, I think, in the India exhibit. The exhibit was so extensive, they even had sections on Buddhism and Jainism!
I don't remember where this piece was from, but looks cool.
I loved the blue and white Chinese porcelain. There was a roomful of Chinese ceramics, all collected by a private Englishman.
Some of the amazing African art. Notice the artificial tree in the background. I think it's made from scraps of wood.
A statue of Mahavir, I think, in the India exhibit. The exhibit was so extensive, they even had sections on Buddhism and Jainism!
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