BECOMING A MEMBER OF THE SAMG ALSO GIVES YOU FREE ACCESS TO CONFERENCES, PRIVATE TOURS, VISITS TO PARTNER INSTITUTIONS...
Our activities are offered to members who have paid their membership fees. For activities which are not free, registration is only confirmed if we receive your payment 48 hours before the activity date. We do not reimburse cancellations made less than 48 hours before the date of the activity, or no-shows. Registrations will be noted according to the order of arrival of the answers received. We will keep you informed of any changes to the activities you have registered for. We may take pictures during the activities. You authorize us to use these photos for our communication, unless you expressly state otherwise.
CONFERENCES
Thursday, November 21st, 3PM, Salon Pelliot at Hôtel Heidelbach: literature discussion hosted by Philippe Charlier on the book “La Dame du Jeu d’Échecs” followed by a book signing session. (60 spots, free)
A hypnotic quest tracing the footsteps of a mysterious young Indochinese woman, photographed in the 1920s. A fresco that outlines the tumultuous history of Vietnam throughout the 20th century.
It all begins with a photograph: the one taken in 1922 of an Indochinese teenager, transformed into a pawn of a living chess game. Falling in love with this portrait, discovered by chance in a collection of colonial-era snapshots, the author impulsively decides to travel to Hanoi eighty years later in search of this woman. He embarks on a journey to uncover her identity and unravel her mystery.
From the infernal prison of Poulo Condor to the pagoda of the Great Goddess, from the Tet Offensive to the rice paddies of Son My, Philippe Charlier offers us an intimate and moving journey through a tragic history: that of Vietnam.
Friday, November 22nd, 4:30PM, Maison de la culture du Japon à Paris: free visit of the exhibition «Tokyo, naissance d’une ville moderne », then, at 6PM, a conference held by Sandra Schaal, professor at the Strasbourg University on « Modan. Nouvelles mœurs dans le Tokyo de l’entre-deux guerres » (15 places)
The massive earthquake that devastated Tokyo in 1923 marked a significant break with the past. It greatly accelerated the city's modernization, reshaping its cultural landscape. The epicenter of modern life shifted from Asakusa to Ginza, which became the new hub of fashion and consumerism, with its grand department stores and numerous Western-style cafés. More importantly, the earthquake acted as a catalyst, paving the way for the integration of modan (Japanese modernism) into the urban environment.
The modan movement left its mark on art, architecture, literature, and philosophy, but above all, it manifested in the avant-garde thinking and practices of daily life. This lifestyle celebrated the present moment and was heavily influenced by American consumer culture and the American way of life. These influences seeped into the rising middle class and became widely popularized through mass media. Sandra Schaal, professor at the University of Strasbourg, will explore the social upheavals caused by the earthquake, focusing on the key aspects of the new customs in the capital and their impact on women, even as Japan was experiencing more reactionary movements. She will particularly focus on the iconic figure of these wild years: the moga—or modern girl—through the presentation of caricatures that satirized the customs of the time.
Wednesday, November 27th, 2:30 PM, Salon Pelliot de l’Hôtel Heidelbach: conference hosted by Sandrine Zerbib on the book « Dragon tactics : Les tactiques des entrepreneurs chinois pour mieux diriger dans l'incertitude », followed by a book signing session. (60 spots, free)
If unpredictability is becoming the new norm for businesses, the true leader is the one who remains unfazed by uncertainty and knows how to steer the course in any situation. Is this an impossible ideal? Not if we are willing to learn from our Chinese counterparts.
Huawei, Alibaba, Tencent, Xiaomi, Haier... These companies have transformed China into a consumer society, captured a significant share of the global market, and become leaders in high-tech industries—all while navigating economic, social, and political challenges. This is why they have developed a remarkable ability to adapt and thrive in the face of uncertainty.
Aldo Spaanjaars and Sandrine Zerbib delve into this phenomenon in Dragon Tactics, exploring the ideas, strategies, and success stories of flourishing Chinese enterprises. They uncover the essential tactics future leaders must adopt to succeed in an unpredictable world.
Thanks to Dragon Tactics, you will understand why these Chinese companies are so competitive and discover how their millennia-old history has influenced their often surprising business practices. As distinguished figures in major Chinese corporations, the authors bring a wealth of expertise to the table, culminating in this insightful work.
PRIVATE TOURS
NOVEMBER:
Thursday, November 7th, 2PM, Guimet Museum: private visit of the exhibition “L’or des Ming” (full)
Friday, November 8th, 10AM, Guimet Museum: private visit of the exhibition “L’or des Ming” (15 spots)
Tuesday, November 12th, 1:15PM, Maison de la culture du Japon à Paris: private visit of the exhibition “Tokyo, naissance d’une ville moderne“ (20 spots)
Wednesday, November 13th, 2PM, Cernuschi Museum: private visit of the exhibition “Lê Phô, Mai-Thu, Vu Cao Dam. Pionniers de l’art moderne vietnamien en France” (17 spots)
Tuesday, November 19th, 11AM, Musée des Arts Décoratifs MAD: private visit of the exhibition “Objets de luxe en Chine”. (14 spots )
Wednesday, November 20th, 3PM, Korean Cultural Center: private visit of the exhibition “Ordinary World - Un regard sur l’ordinaire par les artistes contemporains” (15 spots)
Friday, November 22nd, 10AM, Guimet Museum: private visit of the exhibition “La Chine des Tang, une dynastie cosmopolite (7e – 10e siècle)” (20 spots)
Friday, November 29th, 10AM / 11:30 AM, Hôtel d’Ennery: private visite (full)
OCTOBER:
Thursday, October 3rd, 2PM, Guimet Museum: private visit of the exhibition “L’or des Ming” (full)
Friday, October 4th, 6PM, the Victor Hugo House: private visit of the Victor Hugo House and its Chinese Room (19 spots)
Thursday, October 10th, 5:30PM, le BAL: private visit of the exhibition Yasuhiro Ishimoto - Lines and Bodies (25 spots)
Friday, October 11th, 12PM, Guimet Museum: private visit of the exhibition “L’or des Ming” (full)
Monday, October 14th, 2PM, Guimet Museum: private visit of the exhibition “L’or des Ming” (full)
Tuesday, October 15th, 10:00AM, Cernuschi Museum: private visit of the exhibition “Lê Phô, Mai-Thu, Vu Cao Dam. Pionniers de l’art moderne vietnamien en France” (24 spots)
Thursday, October 17th, 2:15PM, Guimet Museum: private visit of the new exhibits of the Korean section (24 spots)
Saturday, October 19th, 10AM, Monnaie de Paris: private visit of the ASIA NOW art fair (20 spots, in French)
Saturday, October 19th, 11:30AM, Monnaie de Paris: private visit of the ASIA NOW art fair (20 spots, in English)
Friday, October 25th, 10AM / 11:30 AM, Hôtel d’Ennery: private visit (14 spots for each visit)
Tuesday, October 29th, 2PM, Espace Temps: private visite of exhibition “Et le souffle devient signe”
