Explore the Cultural Journey of Tea: LA HORA DEL TÉ Exhibition at National Anthropology Museum
Uncover the fascinating history of tea ceremonies and material culture through a global collection of teapots.
Delve into the National Anthropology Museum's 'LA HORA DEL TÉ' exhibition, exploring tea's profound cultural impact. Learn how this beverage transformed through trade, migration, and societal traditions. Visitors can examine historical teapots from diverse regions and eras, reflecting its journey into global societies. This display illuminates tea's evolution from simple drink to elaborate ritual.
About Vitrina de Antropología (In)visible: LA HORA DEL TÉ_Salto de línea_ ¿Con azúcar o con sal? at National Museum of Anthropology in Madrid
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Exhibition summary
This exhibition, part of the 'Vitrina de Antropología (In)visible' series, explores the cultural journey and adaptation of tea as a global beverage. It showcases a collection of teapots from different regions and historical periods, highlighting their diverse meanings and material cultures.
Curatorial context
The exhibition 'LA HORA DEL TÉ_Salto de línea_ ¿Con azúcar o con sal?' delves into the fascinating history and cultural impact of tea, the world's second most consumed beverage. Originating in China, tea's widespread adoption is attributed to trade routes, exploration, migration, and political decisions, as well as its adaptability to diverse cultures. The exhibition highlights how the ceremony and consumption of tea have evolved, acquiring varied meanings from moments of relaxation to elaborate social rituals and complex etiquette. Visitors can explore a rich material culture represented by a selection of teapots from different regions and eras, illustrating the infusion's journey and its integration into global societies. The display features pieces from Tibet, Japan, India, Great Britain, Germany, the Philippines, and North Africa, spanning from the 18th to the 20th centuries.
Admission and ticket notes
Entry is via a joint ticket with the permanent exhibition. Specific ticketing details are not provided on this page, but visitors are invited to explore the collection of teapots and learn about tea cultures. The exhibition is located in the reception area of the museum.
Vitrina de Antropología (In)visible: LA HORA DEL TÉ_Salto de línea_ ¿Con azúcar o con sal? key exhibition facts
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Venue
National Museum of Anthropology
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Apr 2, 2024 – Nov 10, 2024
Artist line / attribution
Features a collection of historical teapots.
Madrid
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