Commemorating the centenary of Julio Caro Baroja's birth, this exhibition at Museo del Traje delves into his enduring legacy. It celebrates his significant contributions as director of the Museo del Pueblo Español, precursor to the modern institution. Visitors can explore artifacts from his tenure and a dedicated reading area with 100 essential books on his life and influential work.
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This exhibition, "Homenaje Julio Caro Baroja (1914-1995) - Cien años, 100 libros en la colección de la Biblioteca del Museo del Traje", commemorates the centenary of Julio Caro Baroja's birth. It highlights his significant role as director of the Museo del Pueblo Español, the precursor to the Museo del Traje, and showcases items related to his tenure and a selection of 100 key books about his life and work.
Marking the centenary of Julio Caro Baroja's birth on November 13, 2014, the Biblioteca del Museo del Traje presents "Homenaje Julio Caro Baroja (1914-1995) - Cien años, 100 libros en la colección de la Biblioteca del Museo del Traje". The exhibition pays homage to Caro Baroja, who served as director of the Museo del Pueblo Español (the antecedent of the Museo del Traje) from 1944 to 1955. Born in Madrid into an intellectually rich family, Caro Baroja was a distinguished figure, holding academic positions in prestigious Spanish academies and receiving numerous awards, including the Prince of Asturias Award for Social Sciences. During his eleven-year directorship, he significantly expanded the museum's collections and initiated the publication of collection catalogs, many of which are now available digitally. The exhibition features specific pieces intrinsically linked to his tenure at the Museo del Pueblo Español, including a selection of carved and engraved horns, a rastra, an almirez, and a selection of sonajeros. Additionally, a model of a mill from Puebla de Guzmán, donated to Caro Baroja for the museum, and a model of a Toledo watermill accompanied by a reproduction of Caro Baroja's pen drawing are displayed. Complementing these artifacts, a reading area presents 100 essential titles related to Caro Baroja's life and work, offering visitors a comprehensive look into his enduring legacy.
The exhibition is located in the Library of the Museo del Traje. The opening hours for the library are Tuesday to Friday, from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM. Specific ticketing information for the exhibition is not provided beyond general library access.
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