Rienzi's Porcelain Masterpieces
Where
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
1001 Bissonnet
Houston, TX 77265
Upcoming
10:00 a.m. Thursday, March 21, 2013
Categories
Galleries | Art, Art Exhibits, Museums | Sights
A close exploration of the porcelain splendors at Rienzi, this tour introduces visitors to the inspiring development of "white gold" in Europe during the 18th century. Discover the monarchs and vibrant commercial markets that fed the rise of the extraordinary porcelain creations of Meissen, Sèvres, and Worcester. Fueled by rivalry and scientific innovation, the porcelain masterpieces reveal the ever-rising standards of patrons, the diverse function of wares, and the exquisite skill of Europe´s modelers, painters, draftsmen, and gilders alike.Admission
$6 Adults
$4 MFAH Members, senior adults (65+), students with ID, children (12–18) accompanied by adult
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