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Met Exhibition Challenges Stereotypes of Asian Women

4/10/2025

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The Met's captivating exhibition "Monstrous Beauty: A Feminist Revision of Chinoiserie," open until August 17, 2025, boldly confronts the portrayal of Asian women in European porcelain. Curated by Iris Moon, it showcases 200 thought-provoking pieces, including Yeesookyung's stunning reconstructed vases and Patty Chang's heartfelt homage to Asian spa workers, inviting viewers to rethink stereotypes and celebrate women's identities.

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The Met's captivating exhibition "Monstrous Beauty: A Feminist Revision of Chinoiserie," open until August 17, 2025, boldly confronts the portrayal of Asian women in European porcelain. Curated by Iris Moon, it showcases 200 thought-provoking pieces, including Yeesookyung's stunning reconstructed vases and Patty Chang's heartfelt homage to Asian spa workers, inviting viewers to rethink stereotypes and celebrate women's identities.