Traditional Japanese Craftsmanship: Exploring the World of Techniques
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Process Sample: Nabeshima (ceramics with polychrome overglaze enamels), By Imaizumi Imaemon XII, 1955
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 19
January 2, 2011 (Sun) - March 6, 2011 (Sun)>> detailed information
This exhibition introduces the world of Japanese craftsmanship through records transferred to the museum from the Agency for Cultural Affairs which illustrate traditional lacquer, ceramic and metalworking techniques.
Exhibit includes:
Process Sample: Nabeshima (ceramics with polychrome overglaze enamels), By Imaizumi Imaemon XII, 1955
Technical Record: Zonsei Lacquer Inlay, By Kagawa Soseki, 1953
Process Sample: Forged iron with damascene decoration, By Kashima Ikkoku, 1955
Technical Record: Kutani Ceramic Ware, By Tokuda Yasokichi I, ca. 1953