Detail of jacket in chintz, 1770-90

MoMu Talk: Chintz. A Blend of Craftsmanship and Controversy

A conversation about the making of an exhibition exploring craftsmanship, colonialism and the layered history of chintz.

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    Everyone

  • Languages

    English

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    Changing or cancelling your ticket for this talk is not possible.

  • Pricing

    • €10: Adult
    • €8: MoMu Friend / Circle
    • €8: Young adult 18 - 25 years
    • €5: A-card preferential rate

    Your ticket includes admission to Chintz. A Blend of Craftsmanship and Controversy. Please note that the museum’s other exhibitions will not be accessible during this event.

How does an exhibition take shape when craftsmanship, history and contemporary perspectives come together? During this MoMu Talk, curators Wim Mertens and Meera Curam discuss the making of Chintz. A Blend of Craftsmanship and Controversy. They will share how the exhibition evolved, reflect on the insights gained through their collaboration, and explore the layered history of chintz. Drawing on their research, they will consider craftsmanship, the exchange of knowledge, and the complex relationship between textiles, colonialism and decolonisation.