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"Kakiemon and Nabeshima - Splendor of Hizen Porcelain" Exhibition
Idemitsu Museum of Arts
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In the history of Japanese ceramics, the later half of the 17th century is marked by the perfection of Kakiemon and Nabeshima, two of the most gorgeous and representative styles of Hizen porcelain. Nabeshima porcelain developed as a example of utmost beauty and refinement, while the Kakiemon style is characterized by vivid colors and charming motifs. This exhibition showcases selected masterpieces of Japanese overglazed porcelain.
[Image: (L) Covered Octagonal Jar with Design of Birds and Flowers. Overglaze Enamels. Kakiemon Style. Hizen Ware. Japan. Late 17th Century. Idemitsu Museum of Arts. (R) Dish with Design of Chestnut Tree. Overglaze Enamels. Nabeshima Style. Nabeshima Ware. Japan. Early 18th Century. Idemitsu Museum of Arts.]
[Image: (L) Covered Octagonal Jar with Design of Birds and Flowers. Overglaze Enamels. Kakiemon Style. Hizen Ware. Japan. Late 17th Century. Idemitsu Museum of Arts. (R) Dish with Design of Chestnut Tree. Overglaze Enamels. Nabeshima Style. Nabeshima Ware. Japan. Early 18th Century. Idemitsu Museum of Arts.]
Schedule | Apr 5 (Sat) 2008-Jun 1 (Sun) 2008 Opening Hours Information
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| Fee | Adults ¥1200, University and High School Students ¥800, Elementary and Junior High School Students free with parents. | ||||
| Venue | Idemitsu Museum of Arts http://idemitsu-museum.or.jp/en/  | ||||
| Location | 9F Teigeki Bldg., 3-1-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005 | ||||
| Access | 5 minute walk from the Kokusai Forum exit of Yurakucho Station on the JR Yamanote line, 3 minute walk from exit B3 at Yurakucho Station on the Yurakucho line, 3 minute walk from exit B3 at Hibiya Station on the Toei Mita line. | ||||
| Phone | 050-5541-8600 | ||||
| Related images | Click on the image to enlarge it |
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