Objects of Addiction: The Legacy of the Opium Wars

In conjunction with the exhibition "Objects of Addiction: Opium, Empire, and the Chinese Art Trade," Harvard faculty in Chinese history, business, politics and law will take part in a roundtable discussion on the 19th-century Opium Wars and the legacy of the opium trade in U.S.–China relations on Wednesday, Nov. 8. "Objects of Addiction: Opium, Empire, and the Chinese Art Trade" (on view through Sunday, Jan. 14) explores the entwined histories of the opium trade and the Chinese art market between the late 18th and early 20th centuries. These two commodities—acquired through both legal and illicit means—had profound effects on the global economy, public health, immigration law, education and the arts that are reverberating still today. Free admission, but seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. The lecture will take place in Menschel Hall, Lower Level. Doors will open at 5:30pm.