Docent Lecture: "History in a Teacup: Traveling with Porcelains from China to California"

Lectures

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
November 3, 2009
Gould Theater

The 17th century was a period of trade with China—and also of espionage. The object of desire was porcelain, "white gold," and the secrets of its manufacture. This lecture looks at the Museums' beautiful porcelain collection in the context of history.

Related Collections

European Decorative Art

Fee Information

The lecture is free with no reservations. Museum admission is required.

Event Contact Information

Amanda Olson
415-750-3638
aolson@famsf.org