21 May – 4 July
Reflections of the Lotus presents an opportunity for Art Gallery visitors to become
acquainted with rare masterpieces of art from Thailand, Burma, Cambodia and Laos. The title of the
exhibition refers to the lotus, the water flower which is the central symbol of Buddhism in
Southeast Asia. The exhibition features life-size Buddha images, textiles, ceramics, bronze
and lacquer ware from the Art Gallery’s own extensive collection, as well as from Australian
private collections.
A highlight of
Reflections of the Lotus is the Art Gallery’s own internationally recognised collection of
Thai ceramics. A representative selection of the Thai ceramics will subsequently tour to interstate
galleries at the conclusion of the Adelaide exhibition.
detail: BURMA, Konbaung Dynasty 1752 - 1885,
Buddha, calling the earth to witness, late 18th century, Burma dry lacquer, gold leaf,
paint, glass, 75.0 x 59.0 x 56.0 cm. Gift of Joan Beer, Anne Kidman, Douglas Le Messurier, Belinda
Morgan, Richard Walsh and Janet Worth through the Art Gallery of South Australia Foundation
Collectors' Club 2007. Art Gallery of South Australia, Adelaide.
