Vincenzo Coaci
Italian (Rome)
Inkstand, 1792
Silver, silver gilt, lapis lazuli, and rosso antico marble
Gift of funds from The Morse Foundation 69.80.1a,b

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In Pursuit of a Masterpiece

Sunday, October 18, 2009—Sunday, April 25, 2010
U.S. Bank Gallery
Free Exhibition

Of course, the MIA is filled with outstanding artworks. But which ones do museum curators hold out as the best of their kind, and why? Inspired by "The Louvre and the Masterpiece," MIA curators have cherry-picked works from the museum's collection that illuminate specific aspects of connoisseurship. A surprising selection of objects highlights the ever-changing notions of excellence, value, craftsmanship, rarity, and beauty. Side-by-side comparisons and engaging back stories make this exhibition a must-see for art lovers.

Online version of the exhibition at ArtsConnectEd.org »

In Pursuit of a Masterpiece video (YouTube©) »