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Metalwork

Spiny Lobster, Jizai articulated figure, By Myochin Munekiyo, Edo period, 18th - 19th century

Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 13
December 18, 2012 (Tue) - March 3, 2013 (Sun)

In the Edo period (1603-1868), the culture of the townspeople flourished alongside that of the samurai warrior class. Against a background of relatively stable social and economic development, many implements for daily life were produced in metalwork. In comparison to previous eras, the designs of metalwork objects diversified dramatically, ranging widely from themes taken from ancient Japanese and Chinese history, to familiar scenes of the times. By focusing on metalwork items on the topic of animals, this exhibition showcases the meticulous craftsmanship and richly varied expressions found in Edo-period metalwork.
Current exhibit includes:
Incense Burner in Shape of Lying Ox, Edo period, 17th century
Phoenix, Edo period, 19th century
Spiny Lobster, Jizai articulated figure, By Myochin Munekiyo, Edo period, 18th - 19th century

Major Work(s) on Exhibit 1 results

	Designation	Name		Creation/ Excavation/ Provenance	Period	Acquisition/ Ownership/ Accession Number	CMT
		Tea KettleHorse design			Muromachi period, 16th century	Gift of Mr. Matsunaga Yasuzaemon E-19846

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