Samuel European Galleries

Over 4,600 objects in specialized presentations chronicle the development and progression of decorative and other arts of Europe.
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Over 4,600 objects in specialized presentations chronicle the development and progression of decorative and other arts of Europe.
Trace the stylistic progression of armour and weaponry.
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Trace the stylistic progression of armour and weaponry in both military and civilian contexts with fine examples from the ROM's arms and armour collection.
Period room vignettes allow visitors to experience decorative style in context.
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Period room vignettes allow visitors to experience decorative style in context..
Learn how cultural context influences design.
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Special collections of ceramics, glass, furniture and metalwork help provide insight into the cultural context of certain designs, such as these pieces designed by Frank Lloyd Wright for the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo, Japan.
The unique and iconic style of Art Deco shines through in the remarkable Bernard & Sylvia Ostry Collection.
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The unique and iconic style of Art Deco shines through in the remarkable Bernard & Sylvia Ostry Collection.
Family Focus panels help children identify stylistic and design features.
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Animals and more abound as decorative and symbolic design features. Family Focus panels help children identify and understand stylistic features such as the lion figures found in the feet and drawer pulls of this English Regency-period table.