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Monumental Calligraphy Takes Center Stage at The Met
November 21, 2024, 5:28.55 pm ET
Photo: Metropolitan Museum of Art
The Metropolitan Museum of Art has unveiled two striking calligraphy installations by Taiwanese artist Tong Yang-Tze in its iconic Great Hall. Marking her first major U.S. project, Dialogue showcases Tong’s mastery of monumental calligraphy, blending traditional Chinese script with modern artistic expression. The works, displayed on the Great Hall's eastern walls, reinterpret time-honored art forms while engaging visitors in a dynamic conversation about cultural identity and creativity.
The two pieces, titled Stones from other mountains can refine our jade and Go where it is right, stop when one must, feature texts that emphasize tolerance and self-restraint. Measuring over 11 feet tall and nearly 24 feet wide each, the works demonstrate Tong’s ability to balance precision with fluidity, seamlessly merging visual rhythm with intellectual depth. As visitors pass through The Met’s entrance, these monumental compositions connect the contemporary with the historical, sparking dialogue across artistic traditions and inviting reflection on the enduring power of the written word.
Dialogue will be on view through April 8, 2025, as part of The Met’s ongoing Great Hall Commission series, highlighting diverse contemporary voices in conversation with its encyclopedic collection.
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