Dr. Frederick C. Cordes Antique Ophthalmologic Instrument and Eyewear Collection
Through June 30th. The Cordes collection consists of interesting and rare antique ophthalmology instruments and eyewear, dating from the mid-19th to early 20th century. The items were collected and donated to the UCSF Archives and Special Collections by Dr. Frederick C. Cordes, M.D. (1892-1965), longtime Professor and Chairman of the Department of Ophthalmology.
Among the items displayed are various types of antique eyeglasses and trial lenses, early ophthalmoscopes, several other ophthalmologic instruments, and a rare complete set of glass eyeballs representing various eye disorders, which was used for instructional purposes.
The Royals are Katie Colpitts, lead guitarist, and Emily Palen, violinist, of the "blues influenced, hard rock inspired" band Dolorata. They will perform an acoustic set showcasing their musical talent and shared vision, featuring original works and modified pieces from Dolorata.
Japanese Prints: Mothers and Children, Childbirth and Child Care
Continuing. This exhibit presents Japanese woodblock prints focusing on aspects of childbirth and child care. The prints range from colorful ukiyo-e scenes to textual drug advertisements and public health notices.
Included are scenes of births in several levels of society: nobles, commoners, and in one case, divine. A striking triptych depicts the birth of the Buddha. Other prints show the births of the son of a Shogun, the legendary Genji, and the child of a European trader.
A set of three prints presents illustrated instructions for mothers about children’s health issues. Also included are several advertisements for drugs or services to assist with breast-feeding, relieve the pain of childbirth, or promote children's health.
Laminated wood. A gift to the UCSF campus from the Lasky Charitable Lead Trust. Located on the third floor near the Information Services desk.
The sculpture is part of the UCSF art collection on campus through the efforts of the Chancellor's Committee on Art, Honors, and Recognition.
Bill Woodrow, Regardless of History, 2000
Installed outside the Library's main entrance, this bronze by British sculptor Bill Woodrow is a 1/4 scale version of a sculpture with the same title created for the empty fourth plinth in Trafalgar Square, London. Woodrow chose to explore a recurring theme in his work -- challenging and questioning man's inability to learn the lessons of the past.
The sculpture is part of the UCSF art collection on campus through the efforts of the Chancellor's Committee on Art, Honors, and Recognition.
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Laminated wood. A gift to the UCSF campus from the Lasky Charitable Lead Trust. Located on the 
Installed outside the Library's main entrance, this bronze by British sculptor Bill Woodrow is a 1/4 scale version of a sculpture with the same title created for the empty fourth plinth in Trafalgar Square, London. Woodrow chose to explore a recurring theme in his work -- challenging and questioning man's inability to learn the lessons of the past.