Ushnishavijaya and Celebration of Old Age

Ushnishavijaya and Celebration of Old Age (Jyatha Janko), 19th century (Kathmandu Valley, Nepal), pigment on cloth, 46-3/8 x 35-1/8 x 2-1/4 inches (Rubin Museum of Art, New York City) A conversation with Dr. Elena Pakhoutova, Senior Curator Himalayan Art at the Rubin Museum of Art and Dr. Steven Zucker The Rubin Museum of Art has teamed up with Smarthistory to bring you an ‘up-close’ look at select objects from the Rubin’s preeminent collection of Himalayan art. Featuring conversations with senior curators and close-looking at art, this video series is an accessible introduction to the art and material culture of the Tibetan, Himalayan, and Inner Asian regions. Learn about the living traditions and art-making practices of the Himalayas from the past to today.