Walking Together
People and Animals of Asia
Exhibition period:
25 October – 11 December 2022
Venue:
Cultural Exchange Exhibition Hall
Introduction:
Mankind has enjoyed a long history of coexistence with animals—objects inspired by and featuring our animal friends have accompanied us from early history to modern day. Join us as we explore Kyuhaku’s collection of animal-related objects from Japan and Asia.
Exhibition Highlights
Cat-shaped coconut grater
20th century, Thailand
Display area: Room 2
Pencil sharpeners shaped like giant pandas
20th century, China
Display area: Room 2
Sancai tri-color glazed figurine of a female horse rider
8th century, China
Display area: Central exhibition space, “Animal Motifs from East Asia” section
Pillow depicting mandarin ducks in sancai tri-color glaze
8th century, China
Display area: Central exhibition area, “Animal Motifs from East Asia” section
Bowl painted with bird motifs
10th–11th century, Iran
Display area: Room 8
