The weight of gold is measured in troy ounces.
The wait for our new exhibition Solid Gold, however, is . . . over.
Watch one of the artworks come together and get your tickets now!
For the fashion-forward
Brooklyn Talks: The Blonds on Solid Gold
Thursday, December 5, 7–9 pm
Brooklyn Museum fans, meet The Blonds! Designers Phillipe and David Blond join curator Matthew Yokobosky for a conversation about fashion, confidence, and creating custom pieces for entertainers including Madonna and Beyoncé.
Brooklyn Talks: Anna Sui on Solid Gold
Thursday, March 20, 7–9 pm
What are the symbolic meanings of gold—and where does the color and material emerge in the designs of Anna Sui? In conversation with curator Matthew Yokobosky, Sui explores gold’s role in her work as well as her journey of building an independent, female-run brand.
Treat yourself!
These Fine & Raw treats are as good as gold.
From the top: Mummy Cartonnage of a Woman, probably Hawara, Egypt, 1st century. Linen, gesso, gold leaf, glass, and faience. Brooklyn Museum, Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund, 69.35. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum); The Blonds (Photo: Mike Ruiz); Anna Sui (Photo: Huy Luong); (Image: courtesy of the Brooklyn Museum Shop)
Solid Gold is organized by Matthew Yokobosky, Senior Curator of Fashion and Material Culture; Catherine Futter, Director of Curatorial Affairs and Senior Curator of Decorative Arts; and Lisa Small, Senior Curator, European Art; with Imani Williford, Curatorial Assistant, Photography, Fashion, and Material Culture.
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