China is a vast and populous country, moving rapidly on all fronts to
prepare itself for life in the twenty-first century. Heir to a
resplendent ancient culture, modern China is following a unique
developmental path that evolves from this long and rich cultural
tradition. Our understanding of the transformations in China today must
be predicated upon an appreciation of this precious cultural legacy.
The
challenge for the Metropolitan Museum of Art is to represent this
colossal culture by the coherent display of aesthetic masterpieces that
recapture the great moments of China's past. Collections such as that at
the Metropolitan have grown under generations of collectors, curators,
and changing fashions.
The Erickson Collection contains works of
outstanding quality that range through different media and across the
whole span of ancient China, from the Neolithic to the T'and period.
Ernest Erickson, through his collection, has created a vital memorial
that fills in gaps in the Museum's existing holdings. We are honored and
privileged to help present this wonderful gift, commemorated by this
catalogue.
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