EXHIBITIONS

JAPANESE ART (Siwamokhaphiman Hall, Bangkok National Museum, Na Phra That Road, 9am-4pm

Wednesday-Sunday, until tomorrow) Held to mark the 130th anniversary of Thailand-Japan relations, the “The History Of Japanese Art: Life And Faith” exhibition features 130 pieces of antiquities and art objects that represent all periods of Japanese history from the Jomon to Edo periods. Items include archaeological materials, earthenware pottery, sculptures, paintings and fine arts that reflect the uniqueness of Japanese culture. Admission fee is 30 baht (200 baht for foreign visitors). Call 02-224-1402 and 02-224-1370.

ROHINGYA’S ORDEAL (Sea Junction, 1st and 4th floor of Bangkok Art and Culture Centre, Pathumwan intersection,

Tuesday-Sunday 10am-8pm, until tomorrow) The “Unmentionable: Rohingya Refugees In Cox’s Bazaar” photo exhibition portrays the impact of the latest attacks against Rohingyas in Rakhine State, which started last August, through the lens of Bangladeshi photographer Mahmud Rachman. The images illustrate the camp conditions and the vulnerability of Rohingya refugees, with particular attention to women and girls and their specific, and too often neglected, needs and rights. Visit seajunction.org or call 097-002-4140.

CONTEMPORARY RUSSIAN ART (Galleria, 2nd floor of River City Bangkok, Charoen Krung 24, 10am-8pm, until

Feb 20) Organised by the Bureau of Creative Expeditions (Moscow) with the support by the Russian Embassy to mark the 120th anniversary of the diplomatic relations between Russia and Thailand, the “Suvarnabhumi — A Golden Land” exhibition features Russian artwork including 120 paintings by Russian artists led by Vladimir Anisimov from the Russian Academy of Fine Arts, icons, handicrafts, sculptures and memorial medals. Most of the exhibited artworks are available for sale. There is a free daily workshop on Russian lacquer box painting for those who purchase the box (limited boxes). Visit rivercitybangkok.com or call 02-2370077 ext 700.