Rice cultivation in the spotlight... That's what the Musée Guimet is offering through the Terres de riz exhibition from June 6 to October 8, 2018. An exhibition that immerses visitors in a plural subject " at the heart of a multitude of human activities " and which constitutes the daily life of many inhabitants.
A rather rich collection of photographs, held by the Musée national de Arts Asiatiques Guimet, on the theme of rice and plantations in the last century. Consumption, processing, harvesting... We follow, step by step, this theme that has shaped the " identity of Asian populations " for several centuries. The photographic exhibition is complemented by the presentation of objects such as porcelain and a rain coat.
The aim? To give visitors a better " understanding of this ten-century-old cereal, a staple of Asian cuisine and still the most widely consumed food in the world, a symbol of good fortune ", while encouraging them to admire " scenes of daily life and the beauty of landscapes that become a source of inspiration under the striking eye of photography ". A total of 91 prints are on display, all fully restored, showcasing landscapes and rice paddies, transporting visitors into a singular, almost mystical, and fascinating universe, also offering " a rich insight into grain farming " to travelers who found it of genuine cultural interest.
Please note that it's been over 4 years since our last visit, so the place and experience may have changed.
Dates and Opening Time
From June 6, 2018 to October 8, 2018
Location
Musée National des Arts Asiatiques Guimet
6, place d´ Iéna - 19, avenue d´ Iéna
75116 Paris 16
Access
Metro line 9 "Iéna" station
Prices
Tarif réduit: €8.5
Plein tarif: €11.5
Official website
www.guimet.fr
More information
Open from 10am to 6pm, closed at 5pm during strikes.
