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未年にちなみ、羊をはじめとする動物モチーフを扱った絵画・工芸の作品約70件をご覧いただく特別展「動物礼讃 ―大英博物館から双羊尊がやってきた！」を開催いたします。テーマは４つ。最初は、大英博物館や京都・泉屋博古館が所蔵する中国古代の青銅器の名品です。続いて、神仏に仕える霊獣たちを表わす仏教絵画、権威や吉祥の動物がテーマとなった水墨画や屏風絵、最後は茶会や日常生活の場に用いる品々を飾る愛らしい動物たちが並びます。動物に対する畏怖や憧れ、身近な動物の愛らしさなど、多様な造形をお楽しみください。
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of exhibition is this?⌃
This special exhibition features approximately 70 works of paintings and crafts with animal motifs, including sheep, to commemorate the Year of the Sheep.
What kind of works will be exhibited?⌃
Diverse animal-themed artworks will be displayed, including ancient Chinese bronzes, Buddhist paintings, ink paintings, folding screen paintings, and items for tea ceremonies and daily life.
What is a highlight of the exhibition?⌃
The 'Shuangyangzun' (Twin-Ram Zun) from the British Museum will be on display.
What are the dates of the exhibition?⌃
It runs from January 10 to February 22, 2015.
About the venue
Tokyo, Japan
Nezu Museum
根津美術館
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