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Conservation Project: Guanyin, November 2014
The first step of the conservation process involves taking a series of X-radiographs to understand the sculpture’s construction. X-radiographs are…
Art for This Moment
Great works of art can deepen our understanding of the world around us. As we confront the current events shaping this period in history, art can…
Lately I have found solace in images of healing and consolation from the MFA’s Asian collections. I am especially struck by this exquisitely detailed…
Issue: Art for This Moment
Conservation in Action: Japanese Buddhist Sculptures, March 2020
The gilded Dainichi, the Buddha of Infinite Illumination was the last of the sculptures to be deinstalled from the Temple Room, now closed in…
This year, Ramadan begins on April 23. Muslims will fast, pray, spend time with loved ones, and focus on appreciating all that God provides. They will…
Issue: Art for This Moment
Treatment of Jules Chéret Poster
French artist Jules Chéret (1836–1932) was considered by many to be the most successful poster designer of his day. An innovator of graphic design, he…
In the fall of 2019, conservators in the Deknatel Paper Lab began treatment of an exquisite Judaica papercut , a gift from the Charles and Lynn…
Introduction to the Judaica Papercut Conservation Project
Papercutting has a long history in Jewish culture and is still practiced today. It is often used to decorate blessings, prayers, and ritual texts…
Guide to Searching the Collections
The MFA collections encompass about 500,000 works of art. This guide is to help you find what you’re looking for—whether a specific artwork or a…
Member Cards: Frequently Asked Questions
Digital Member Cards Digital MFA member cards, a convenient and eco-friendly alternative to plastic cards, can be downloaded to a smartphone’s Wallet…