West East

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Tue 31 Aug ’10, 10:30am–4:30pm	Saving
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Where: The Suter Art Gallery Te Aratoi o Whakatu, 208 Bridge St, Nelson Show map

Restrictions: All Ages

Ticket Information:

Adults: $3.00
Students with ID / concession: $1.00
Children: $0.50
Saturdays: $0.00
Booking fees may apply

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The Suter Gallery Website

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The Suter Art Gallery Te Aratoi o Whakatu

‘Orientalism’ is a term that is used to describe Western interpretations of Eastern art and culture, specifically that of East and South East Asia. This was an important artistic trend in the 19th century and was incorporated, albeit, second or third hand, in New Zealand. The Crown Lynn Blue Willow china pattern is a classic example, being a New Zealand industrial copy of a late18th century British interpretation of a Chinese design.

Unlike other trends that come and go, Orientalism remains an enduring influence in New Zealand art. West East brings together art works in a range of media that demonstrate this influence in the 21st century. It also focuses on work by artists who have participated in the recently established residencies in Asia. By doing so, this exhibition also considers the closer and more relevant relationships being developed between this country and the ‘East’.

Image credits: Left: David Pearce, Who the Hell Does He Think He Is? 2008. Acrylic on canvas 1200 x 2130mm. Courtesy the artist and Bowen Galleries, Wellington.