EXHIBITIONS
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The Celestial Virgin and Child (detail), about 1420, Spitz Master. Tempera colors, gold, and ink on parchment. The J. Paul Getty Museum, Ms. 57, fol. 176v
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The Wondrous Cosmos in Medieval Manuscripts
April 30–July 21 | The Getty Center
The cosmos—full of shining stars and orbiting planets—
inspired study and devotion among scientists, theologians, and artists alike during the Middle Ages. The belief in angels, demons, and spirits materialized in wondrous works of art, especially on the pages of illuminated manuscripts. Awe-inspiring cosmic phenomena informed every aspect of one's physical, mental, and spiritual well-being in the premodern world. This exhibition invites you to explore the complexity of the celestial realm in medieval European faith and science traditions.
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Chandelier, about 1818–19, Gérard Jean Galle. Gilt bronze, glass, painted copper, gilt tin, and iron armature. The J. Paul Getty Museum
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Flight of Fancy: The Galle Chandelier
April 9, 2019–April 19, 2020 | The Getty Center
This display provides an in-depth look at a French chandelier made by the bronze caster and gilder Gérard-Jean Galle in about 1818–1819. Resembling a hot-air balloon, the chandelier is a work of extreme novelty that includes the signs of the zodiac and a glass bowl intended to hold water for small goldfish. Following contemporary taste, Galle adapted motifs found in ancient art to new forms of furniture, creating an intriguing object that was thoroughly modern for its time.
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TALKS
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Temple of Bel, Southwest Exterior Corner of the Courtyard, 1864, Louis Vignes. Albumen print. The Getty Research Institute, 2015.R.15
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From the Buddhas of Bamiyan to the Temples of Palmyra: Why Is the World's Cultural Heritage Being Erased?
April 30, 7:00 p.m. | The Getty Center
The destruction of cultural heritage fits a pattern from Mecca to Timbuktu, from Palmyra to Nineveh. James Cuno, president and CEO of the Getty, joins Terence Ward, author of
The Wahhabi Code: How the Saudis Spread Extremism Globally, to explore what lies at the root of these crimes against cultural heritage and what the world can do about it.
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COURSES
Drawing from the Masters: Positive and Negative Space
Sunday, April 7, 3:30–5:30 p.m. | The Getty Center
Enjoy the tradition of sketching from original works of art every first and third Sunday of the month at the Getty Center. This month, explore how artists compose pictures, design forms, and communicate emotions through the use of positive and negative space with artist Kaitlynn Redell.
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Art Circles
Saturday, April 13, 6:00–8:00 p.m. | The Getty Center
Enrich your Saturday nights. Join an open-ended discussion in the galleries to heighten your appreciation and understanding of the visual arts by exploring one masterpiece with an educator. The chosen work of art changes every session, making each visit a new experience.
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Group of Statues of Mourning Women (detail), 300–275 B.C., South Italian. Terracotta. The J. Paul Getty Museum
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Drawing from Antiquity: Hands
Saturday, April 27, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
| The Getty Villa
In ancient art, hand gestures often signaled a person's emotions and intentions, and divinities were usually identifiable by symbols held in their hands. Explore the galleries to discover meaning behind hands depicted in sculpture and vase painting, then analyze curves, planes, and joints and practice drawing hands as shapes and forms.
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FAMILY
Powerful Protectors: Magic in the Roman World
Saturday, April 13, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
| The Getty Villa
Through magical chants and special objects, ancient Romans harnessed the forces of nature and asked supernatural beings to bring good fortune and protection. In this interactive family workshop, customize a personal power pouch, write a message to a helpful guardian, and join theatrical play to activate the magic!
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Family Floralia Workshop
Saturday, April 27, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
| The Getty Villa
Discover the sights, textures, and fragrances of history during this all-ages Roman Garden workshop. To celebrate the ancient season of Floralia—which honors the Roman goddess Flora—explore the Villa gardens with your family, discover beautiful flowers, then make seed balls to grow an ancient garden of your own.
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