Art Institute of Chicago Museum, Chicago: Designed by the Osaka-born internationally renowned architect, Tadao Ando, this particular gallery of the Art Institute of Chicago Museum evokes quietude upon the visitor and an all-round sensory appreciation of Japanese art. The architect’s usage of soft lighting and macro photographs focusing on the intricacies of the artworks displayed in a traditional Japanese atmosphere merging into a contemporary setting makes this gallery one worth a visit.
What an absolutely breathtaking way of showcasing objects. I can’t decide what aspect I like best: the lighting, the wonderfully architectural look of the vessels placed atop the pedestals, or the fact that the close-up images are displayed as art in their own right, rather than simply as part of the object labels. Resonance and wonder, indeed.
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