Christie's Asian Art Week 2018

As you know, I love popping in Christie's in Rockefeller Center pretty often. You can enter for free and you can view some amazing pieces of artwork. Their Asian Art Week was pretty fantastic and I really wanted to share some of the items with you. It amazes me how old these treasures are and that we still have them in the year 2019 to enjoy!  

The carving on this was just amazing!  

The price realized for this piece was $10,000 US Dollars  

How beautiful are these colors and design!  

This piece was just wonderful to view in person  

The price realized for this piece was $112,500 US Dollars 

Just took my breath away! So beautiful  

This piece is dated from 1400! Isn't that just totally amazing! Just think of all the places it must have been in over 600 years!  

This delightful piece was price realized at $225,000  

I really love these pieces and in person, they are even more fabulous, if you would believe. Chrisitie's is an auction house but really just like a museum with all the history you are allowed to view when visiting.  

A LARGE THANGKA OF SITATARA

MONGOLIA, LATE 18TH-EARLY 19TH CENTURY

Price realized is $60,000 US Dollars 

This piece was really something I looked at for quite a while  

This drawing made me smile  

 I could see this in my home with no problem!  

Ah, this happened to be on view as well - just a diamond necklace for your enjoyment!  

When you are done learning some history at Christie's, you can pop over to La Maison du Chocolat for some cocoa and chocolate. Life is really good, isn't it ? 

Christie's New York 
Rockefeller Center
Hours
Monday – Friday, 9:30am – 5:00pm
We are often open for weekend views, although the hours vary by sale

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The Rubin Museum of Art Gift Shop

From our visit to The Rubin Museum of Art on Friday, a trip now to their amazing gift shop. I know I have said before, but if you are looking for unique gifts while visiting New York City, museum shops are the best place for original and unique items.  

I really could have went crazy in this shop. Many wonderful books, jewelry, home goods and more!  

Loved these!  

I really wanted this, but I was good and didn't purchase  

Love these mugs. I am so into at the moment positive thoughts and energy in my life. You only live once and you have to make the best of it.  

I actually purchased this gorgeous white Buddha for my home. I just love it!  

More lovely jewelry, so gorgeous!  

Wonderful inspiration books for you to keep positive on a daily basis. 

The Rubin Museum of Art

150 West 17th Street

New York, NY 10011

The Rubin Museum of Art Hours 
Monday 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 11:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
Thursday 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Friday 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.
Saturday/Sunday 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
The Museum is closed on Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Year’s Day.

The shop and Café Serai are open during all Museum hours and do not require an admission ticket to visit. Café Serai temporarily suspends service on Friday afternoons from 4:15–6:00 p.m. to prepare for the evening’s K2 Lounge.

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The Rubin Museum of Art

I was finally thrilled to be able to visit the Rubin Museum of Art on a recent trip to the city. It again was one of those places on my to do list! What a fantastic place, and so relaxing with all the Asian art and Buddha statues. 

Here is their Mission: 

The Rubin Museum of Art is a dynamic environment that stimulates learning, promotes understanding, and inspires personal connections to the ideas, cultures, and art of Himalayan Asia.

They have a lovely cafe, Café Serai, which smelled amazing when I visited, and I need to go back to try some of the wonderful Asian inspired menu. I just love all the spices they use in cooking, and they are so healthy for you too. 

Information from their website: 

The Rubin Museum’s preeminent collection of Himalayan art includes over 3,200 objects spanning more than 1,500 years to the present day. Included are works of art of great quality and depth from the Tibetan plateau, with examples from related surrounding regions including Nepal, Bhutan, India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, China and Mongolia.

This photo came out so well I think I am getting one made framed for my home. So beautiful! 

The Tibetan Buddhist Shrine Room provides an immersive experience inspired by a traditional shrine that would be used for offering, devotion, prayer, and contemplation. It was amazing to sit here and just relax and be. This exhibit will be running until October 17, 2016. It is a must see for sure! 

There will be a separate post for their gift shop which is AMAZING! You can visit the gift shop and restaurant without visiting the museum, if you wish. 

The Rubin Museum of Art
150 West 17th Street
New York, NY 10011

Rubin Museum Hours 
Monday 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 11:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
Thursday 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Friday 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.
Saturday/Sunday 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
The Museum is closed on Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Year’s Day.

The shop and Café Serai are open during all Museum hours and do not require an admission ticket to visit. Café Serai temporarily suspends service on Friday afternoons from 4:15–6:00 p.m. to prepare for the evening’s K2 Lounge.

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