lian hand-carved scene of the Nativity can be found on the main floor of the museum.
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Highlighting the Oriental collection is the massive bronze Buddha found on the basement floor of the museum.
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woman huntress, Diane, is depicted in stone in the sculpt- room located on the rear main floor of the museum.
The Museum is now back to normal activity after extensive alterations. The entire building is now devoted to art. The basement, which at one time was used for housing, now contains the oriental collection.
The Museum of Art collection ranges from modern American paintings to early Italian works. Objects of art are in every form, from oils to bronze and stone.
In this collection are pieces of jade and ivory dating back to the Ming, Han, and Sung
Spread throughout the building are collections of American oils, a collection of large and tiny clocks, European paintings and sculpture from around the world.
The museum draws visitors from all over the state. At various times during the year, special features are on display. The features also cover a wide range, from contemporary artists to the old masters.
—picture story by Don Moser
dynasties. This new section also contains ceramics of 15th century Korea.
An Italian hand-carved Tavern scene and the Nativity scene were purchased in Italy by Mrs. Thayer and are part of the original Thayer collection.