Persian Civilization: 7000 Years of Treasures
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At Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum
Media: Sculpture, Art Talk
This is a large in-depth exhibition that explores the ancient Persian culture of 7000 years ago.
Golden treasures that illustrate the glory of the Achaemenid Empire of Persia (B.C. 500 - A.D. 330) are a particular must-see. In its prime, the Empire stretched from Egypt, to India and Central Asia. 200 pieces from the collection at Iran National Museum will also be on display to provide a glimpse of Sassanian Persia (226-651), the treasures of which reached Japan via the Silk Road.
Schedule
From 2006-08-01 To 2006-10-01
Website
http://www.tobikan.jp/museum/Persia.html (Japanese)
Fee
Adults ¥1400, Students ¥1200, High School Students ¥650, over 65s ¥700
Venue Hours
From 9:00 To 17:00
Closed on Mondays
Note:Closed every 3rd monday of the month.
Access
7 minutes walk from Ueno Station on JR Yamanoto / Ginza / Hibiya lines.
Address
8-36 Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-8712
Phone: 03-3823-6921 Fax: 03-3823-6920
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Persian Civilization: 7000 Years of Treasures</a>
Venue: Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum
Schedule: From 2006-08-01 To 2006-10-01
Address: 8-36 Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo 110-8712
Phone: 03-3823-6921 Fax: 03-3823-6920
