Route 7: Global Cultures Collection

Moving beyond European art

Starting Point: Pyramid entrance Duration: 3 hours Note: Some collections may be limited—check current displays

Itinerary:

1. Islamic Art (Lower Level) - Start with stunning architecture - Carpets, ceramics, metalwork - Scientific instruments - 45 minutes minimum

2. African Art (When displayed in temporary exhibitions) - Check current exhibitions - Often in collaboration spaces - 30 minutes if available

3. Asian Collections (Various locations) - Chinese ceramics - Japanese screens (when displayed) - Southeast Asian sculptures - 30 minutes across locations

4. Pre-Columbian (Denon Wing, Ground Floor) - Small but significant collection - Mexican and Peruvian objects - Near Eastern Mediterranean - 20 minutes

5. Oceanic Art (Check current locations) - Limited but important pieces - Often in study collections - 15 minutes if accessible

Important Context:

- Many global collections result from colonial acquisition - Museum working to provide better context - Temporary exhibitions often highlight these collections - Check website for current postcolonial initiatives