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“Inside the MFAH” provides perspectives, conversations, and opinions from insiders at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

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Colors of the Season: The Turbans of “Peacock in the Desert” August 1, 2018

Turbans have a long, significant history in Jodhpur, with meaningful colors that reflect the season, moods, and more.

Degas - Russian Dancers

Let’s Dance! Celebrate National Dance Day with Works of Art July 23, 2018

An integral part of religions and cultures for millennia, dance appears in visual arts from all over the world. Celebrate National Dance Day with works from the MFAH collections that show the many meanings of the art of movement.

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Conquest & Alliance: The Lal Dera (Red Tent) of “Peacock in the Desert” July 11, 2018

One of the most spectacular highlights of Peacock in the Desert is the Lal Dera, or Red Tent—an intricate imperial tent from the era of the Mughal Empire.

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Tradition & Continuity: The Wedding Procession of “Peacock in the Desert” June 12, 2018

Brides brought their culture to the princely kingdom of Marwar-Jodhpur for centuries. Peacock in the Desert: The Royal Arts of Jodhpur, India shows the spectacle and splendor of the tradition of wedding processions.