- I really enjoyed the British Museum. The Greek exhibit area was my favorite because I love the figural statues. I’ve always enjoyed sculptural art the most, specifically Greek sculptures. My favorite statue was the crouching Venus. I am grateful that I was able to see an exhibit of Greek art when visiting the British Museum. However, I do not agree with the mindset that the museum has that they are the rescuers of this art. This art, especially the pieces of the Parthenon, are apart of Greek culture and history and no foreign country should believe they have the right to steal that history. I interpret England’s refusal to return this art to its rightful home as a way of showing dominance over another country or culture which can loosely be interpreted as cultural suppression. England “rescued” something that not only did not need to be rescued, but they “rescued” something that they had no authority to. I found it strange that the British Museum consisted of history from many non British cultures. Greek art is not the only foreign art. There are many cultures represented in the British Museum. I believe that it is important for people to have the opportunity to learn about different cultures and I am glad there is a place like this museum for people to experience the art of different cultures. However, the question in then raised again if this artwork belongs in its own country or if the museum has the right to display this art for the public.
Crouching Venus
Caryatid in British Museum
British Museum Greek art
Jeff and Troy admiring art together
