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
Community around this event
- 3 people recommend this event: nogoo (Japan), hiroming (Japan), tomominsuke
