CARVED
IN ONYX
The collection, inspired by the recent acquisition of a jasper Medusa cameo, includes 100 examples of hardstone carvings from such stones as onyx, sardonyx andagate. Among them are "Phaeton Driving Apollo's Chariot," circa 1876 (pictured), and such intricate scenes as "A Sleeping Shepherdess in the Moonlight," from the 16th century. The collection also includes cameo glass and explores fakery and the difference between cameos and intaglios. Certainly, the works in this exhibition are ready for their close-ups. When: Through January 29, 2006. Hours vary, closed Mondays. Where: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 Fifth Ave., New York Admission: $15 for adults. Information: www.metmuseum.org. Find
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When
you envision a cameo, you may think of a famous actor doing
an indie film director a favor by reciting a line or two.
Or perhaps an image of a brooch adorning the collar of a
Victorian lady comes to mind. But "Cameo Appearances"
at the Metropolitan Museum of Art encourages you to view
this item simply as art.
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