Minneapolis Review

The Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) has announced the acquisition of six new artworks that span various cultures and time periods. These pieces include a rare bronze zun vessel from 11th–10th century BCE China, Japanese folding screens by Takeuchi Ryūa, a Norwegian winter landscape by Ludvig Skramstad, a painting by Ferdinand Georg Waldmüller, an installation by Wendy Red Star, and a marble sculpture by Jud Nelson.

Katie Luber, Director and President of Mia, stated that these acquisitions demonstrate the museum's "ongoing commitment to building a collection that bridges cultures, centuries, and artistic traditions." She emphasized how each work adds new dimensions to their galleries and enriches visitors' experiences.

The Chinese ritual wine vessel is notable for its craftsmanship and historical significance. It features intricate decorations and inscriptions connecting it to Duke Bei X. The piece fills an important gap in Mia's collection of Chinese ritual bronzes.

Takeuchi Ryūa’s folding screens are considered a pinnacle of his career. They merge traditional Japanese themes with humor and Buddhist philosophy. The screens depict skeletons in everyday activities and courtesan processions on silver-leafed paper.

Waldmüller's painting captures Lake Hallstatt in Austria with precision and natural observation typical of his style. It represents Mia's first Austrian 19th-century landscape painting.

Skramstad’s depiction of a Norwegian river highlights his attention to detail in capturing eastern Norway's landscapes during winter. This piece enhances Mia’s Scandinavian art collection.

Gego's "Columna Reticulárea" showcases her innovative approach to spatial concepts using wire structures that interact with viewers’ movements. It is the first work by Gego in Mia’s collection as part of expanding its Latin American art holdings.

Jud Nelson's marble sculpture transforms an ordinary dress shirt into an exploration of classical form through modern materiality. His technique honors Renaissance traditions while engaging with Pop Art themes.

Wendy Red Star’s installation "Their Land" uses flags to represent Native tribes across America. It challenges traditional cartographic representations and emphasizes Indigenous presence through collaborative research with Stanford University students.

For further details about these acquisitions or upcoming exhibitions at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, visit ArtsMia.org or call +1 612 870 3000.