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Video: A History of Pearls

March 25, 2022March 2, 2022 Dr. HawleyLeave a comment
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Pearls have been important in many times and in many places. This video from the Victoria and Albert museum details just a bit of that history. link to A History of Pearls

Posted in Useful VideosTagged ancient history, China, culture, India, Jazz Age, Medieval, museum, Renaissance, Victoria&Albert, Victorians

Video: How Was It Made? Silk Painting

March 21, 2022March 2, 2022 Dr. HawleyLeave a comment
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Paintings don't have to be done on a canvas. Wood, fiberboard, and even silk are options when creating amazing works of art. This video from the Victoria and Albert Museum shows how a silk painting was made by recreating a historical Chinese work. link to How Was It Made? Silk Painting

Posted in Useful Videos, Visual Art TechniquesTagged Art, China, techniques, textiles, Victoria&Albert, video

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