Member Previews—Ritual Expressions: African Adornment from the Permanent Collection
- Fri, Feb 21, 2025
- 11 am - 8 pm PT
- Resnick Pavilion | LACMA
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LACMA members only
Ritual Expressions: African Adornment from the Permanent Collection is a focused presentation of a rich diversity of textiles, clothing, and headwear representing more than 20 cultures. In many cultures throughout the African continent, bodily adornment is a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship of its creators. The visually stunning pieces, with vivid colors, mesmerizing patterns, and symbolic motifs, often signify prestige and power and are critical in establishing and transmitting the wearer’s identity and rank.
Access to Member Previews is a benefit of membership and as such is restricted to LACMA members only. Children accompanied by LACMA members are welcome in Member Preview galleries, but please note that discounted guest tickets purchased by members do not grant guests admission to Member Preview galleries.
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Image: Man's Dignitary Robe (Togho), Cameroon, Grassfields region, Bamileke people, mid-20th century, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Marcel and Zaira Mis Collection, purchased with funds from the LACMA's 50th Anniversary Gala, photo © Museum Associates/LACMA
Image: Man's Dignitary Robe (Togho), Cameroon, Grassfields region, Bamileke people, mid-20th century, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Marcel and Zaira Mis Collection, purchased with funds from the LACMA's 50th Anniversary Gala, photo © Museum Associates/LACMA