Kokeshi: From Folk Art to Art Toy exhibition

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Exhibition

Jul 200911 Oct 20094

Japanese American National Museum
369 E First St
Los Angeles , California, 90012
United States


Take a fresh look at the traditional and iconic Japanese kokeshi folk toy by exploring its origins and history, as well as what contemporary artists are producing in homage to this humble object. A special display of custom painted kokeshi is also featured—and available for sale at the Museum Store—by over 100 well-known international contemporary artists.

For more information, visit janm.org/exhibits/kokeshi

 

JANM . Last modified Jul 09, 2010 12:12 p.m.


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