Coat, Hokkaido Ainu, 19th century (Transferred from the Agency for International Expositions, on exhibit through February 17, 2008)
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 15
January 2, 2008 (Wed) - March 30, 2008 (Sun)
This display features elaborate designs which Ainu people used to decorate their garments and daily utensils.
Current exhibit includes:
Coat, Hokkaido Ainu, 19th century (Transferred from the Agency for International Expositions)
Box, Sakhalin Nivx, 19th century (Gift of Mr.Tokugawa Yorisada)
Spoon, Hokkaido Ainu, 19th century (Gift of Ms.Hirako Hatsu)
Smoking Set, Hokkaido Ainu, 19th century (Gift of Mr. Tokugawa Yorisada)
Bowls, Hokkaido Ainu, 19th century (Transferred from the Agency for International Expositions)