Masks and Costume for the Noh Play "Miidera"
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Karaori Garment (Noh Costume), Chrysanthemum sprays on checkered brown ground, Edo period, 18th century
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 9
August 5, 2008 (Tue) - September 21, 2008 (Sun)Features the Noh play "Miidera", by the costumes and masks used in the Edo period. The exhibition room is designed similar to a stage in order to help the understanding of the traditional performing art of Noh.
Exhibit includes:
Karaori Garment(Noh Costume), Design of haze, chrysanthemums and fan paper on light brown, red and green checkered ground, Edo period, 18th century
Nuihaku Garment(Noh Costume), Design of bamboo, fan-shaped paper on purple ground, Edo period, 18th century