"Pegasus: The Dreamy Horse on the Silk Road" Exhibition
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At Nara National Museum
Media: Sculpture, Other
Horses have been an important partner to humans throughout history. In fact, horse-power was crucial in establishing civilization. The exhibition specifically focuses on the mythical Pegasus, which is often a symbol of beauty, power, and strength. The works on display include artifacts and art works from the Greek and Roman Empires, China, Japan, and western Asia.
*Exhibiting at East/West New annex
[Image: "Silver of Korinthos" courtesy of Equine Museum of Japan]
Schedule
From 2008-04-05 To 2008-06-01
Website
http://www.narahaku.go.jp/exhib/2008toku/tenma/ten... (Japanese)
Fee
Adults ￥1000, College - High School Students ￥700, Junior High School Students and Younger Free
Venue Hours
From 9:30 To 17:00
Closed on Mondays
Note:If Monday is a National Holiday, the museum will be open on Monday but closed the following Tuesday. Closed for the year-end holidays.
Access
15 minute walk from Nara station on the Kintetsu line.
Address
50 Noborioji-cho, Nara 630-8213
Phone: 0742-22-7771 Fax: 0742-26-7218
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Venue: Nara National Museum
Schedule: From 2008-04-05 To 2008-06-01
Address: 50 Noborioji-cho, Nara 630-8213
Phone: 0742-22-7771 Fax: 0742-26-7218
