The Jewish Museum will present “The Sassoons,” an exhibition highlighting the prominent dynasty”™s pioneering role in trade, art collecting, architectural patronage and civic engagement from the early 19th century through World War II.
According to The Jewish Museum, The Sassoons “explores themes such as discrimination, diaspora, colonialism, global trade, and war that not only shaped the history of the family but continue to define our world today.” The exhibition encompasses more than 120 works including paintings, decorative arts and illuminated manuscripts. Highlights include lavishly decorated Hebrew manuscripts dating back to the 12th century, Chinese art and ivory carvings, rare Jewish ceremonial art; paintings by Thomas Gainsborough and Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot, and magnificent portraits by John Singer Sargent of various Sassoon family members.
The exhibition opens on March 3 and runs through Aug. 13. More information is available on The Jewish Museum”™s website.
Photo: “Portrait of David Sassoon,” attributed to William Melville. Oil on canvas; 41 ½ × 33 in. Private Collection
