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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

All content by Petunia Hu
A colorful mosaic mandala on a wall next to a sign that reads “Mandalas Mapping the Buddhist Art”.

Review: The Met’s new exhibition imposes a Western perspective on Buddhist art

Tenzing Rigdol’s contemporary installation on display at The Met is placed in conversation with ancient Tibetan Buddhist artifacts.
Petunia Hu, Contributing Writer November 7, 2024

Vibrant paintings of calm waves and clouds in shades of blue, yellow, pink, purple and brown span four walls at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Mandalas are interwoven with contemporary...

Framed photographs against a white wall in a geometric pattern.

Review: ‘Ilit Azoulay: Mere Things’ unveils historical narratives through everyday objects

The Berlin-based interdisciplinary artist’s solo exhibition at the Jewish Museum is on display until Jan. 5, 2025.
Petunia Hu, Contributing Writer October 4, 2024

A silver amulet with coral beads, a Venetian torch crown and a woman’s velvet hat made of brass and cardboard. Around 20 photographs of objects from diasporic Jewish communities...