Past Exhibitions

Art of the Samurai: Selections from the Tokyo National Museum

April 19, 2009 - June 14, 2009
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Art of the Samurai: Selections from the Tokyo National Museum features 81 objects from the Tokyo National Museum, representing the art and aesthetics of the Samurai culture of Japan.

The exhibition features various objects that are a testament to the accomplished level of society, education, and skills developed by the Samurai during the 10th and 20th centuries. Included are beautifully crafted swords, armor, tea-ceremony utensils, screen and scroll paintings, Noh theatre costumes, and other fine works. This collection dates primarily to the Edo period (1603–1868) with many pieces classified as Important Cultural Property and National Treasures of Japan.

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