Things Seen and HeardHe mea kite, he mea rongo

Objects linking Asia and Aotearoa New Zealand, representing over a century of connected and curious artists and collectors.

When | Āhea

21 Sep 2018 – 21 Jul 2019

Where | Ki hea

Toi Art, Level 5

Cost | Te utu

Free entry

Ages | TE REANGA

All ages

Accessibility | E wātea ana ki
  • wheelchair accessible

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Each of us inhabit our own version of the world, shaped by what we see and what we imagine. This is especially true of distant places, even ones we’ve visited before.

These objects, which connect Asia and Aotearoa New Zealand, reflect this dynamic flow of ideas. None is the product of a single culture. Instead, each has been shaped by influences that span the globe, representing over a century of connected and curious artists and collectors.

This exhibition was developed by guest curator Emma Ng.

Things Seen and Heard exhibition view, 2018. Photo by Maarten Holl. Te Papa

Things Seen and Heard exhibition view, 2018. Photo by Maarten Holl. Te Papa

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