Flower Cart, Edo period, 19th century
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 8
January 2, 2013 (Wed) - March 24, 2013 (Sun)
The maturing of Japanese culture supported by the military and commoner classes continued throughout the Azuchi-Momoyama and Edo periods. This gallery introduces the craft of interior furnishings and daily utensils that adorned the life of the people during these periods.
Current exhibit includes:
Tray, Bamboo and plum tree design in lacquer carving, By Tuishu Yozei, Edo period, 18th century
Uchikake (Outer garment), Carts of Japanese apricots, cherries, peonies and chrysanthemums on white figured satin, Edo period, 19th century (on exhibit from February 26, 2013)
Flower Cart, Edo period, 19th century
Large Dish, Kingfisher design in overglaze enamel, Imari ware, Kokutani gosai-de type, Edo period, 17th century
Tiered Box with Cover Camellias, pine tree, bamboo and plum design in overglaze enamel and open work, Kyoto ware, Edo period, 18th century