Upcoming
Orientalism: Between Fact and Fantasy
12 Jun 2026 — 28 Feb 2027 at The Met Fifth Avenue
· New York
This exhibition examines the complex relationship between Western representations of the Orient and historical reality. Through artworks, texts, and cultural artifacts, the show investigates how Orientalism—as both an artistic tradition and a system of knowledge—shaped perceptions of Eastern cultures, societies, and peoples. The exhibition considers the aesthetic appeal, political implications, and lasting impact of these representations on cross-cultural understanding.
About the venue
The Met Fifth Avenue
· New York
The Met Fifth Avenue is the primary museum building for the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The building is located at 1000 Fifth Avenue, along the Museum Mile on the eastern edge of Central Park in Manhattan's Upper East Side.