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DescriptionAt the entrance of The Field Museum's Cyrus Tang Hall of China, two Chinese stone guardian lions stand tall, gazing down intently at approaching visitors. One lion's paw rests upon a decorated ball symbolizing power, while the other lion cradles a cub. Traditionally believed to possess attributes of strength and protection, statues such as these once stood guard outside imperial buildings, temples, and wealthy homes in China. Now, centuries later, they guard this incredible permanent exhibition. China's long history is one of the richest and most complex in the known world, and the Cyrus Tang Hall of China offers visitors a wonderful, comprehensive survey of it through some 350 artifacts on display, spanning from the Paleolithic period to present day. Now, with China: Visions through the Ages, anyone can experience the marvels of this exhibition through the book's beautifully designed and detailed pages. Readers will gain deeper insight into The Field Museum's important East Asian collections, the exhibition development process, and research on key aspects of China's fascinating history. Author descriptionLisa C. Niziolek is the Boone Research Scientist in Asian Anthropology at the Field Museum. Deborah A. Bekken is an adjunct curator in anthropology and director of sponsored programs and government affairs at the Field Museum. Gary M. Feinman is the MacArthur Curator of East Asian, Mesoamerican, and Central American Anthropology at the Field Museum. Thomas A. Skwerski is the exhibitions operations director at the Field Museum. |