Sake Ewer in Shape of Gourd, By Funada Ikkin, Edo period, dated 1843
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 8
January 26, 2016 (Tue) - April 17, 2016 (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:
Picnic Set, Hollyhock crest design in maki-e lacquer, Edo period, 19th century
Yogi (Bedclothes), Light blue woolen twill ground (with wisteria crests), Formerly preserved by feudal retainer of the Kurume domain, Edo period, 18th-19th century (On exhibit through March 6, 2016)
Ko'uchiki (Outer garment with wide sleeves), Edo period, 19th century (Gift of Mr. Matsudaira Josho, On exhibit from March 8, 2016)
Sake Ewer in Shape of Gourd, By Funada Ikkin, Edo period, dated 1843
Set of Dishes, Cherry tree design in overglaze enamel, Nabeshima ware, Edo period, 18th century