January 22, 2018 | 21:21 (GMT+7)
Japan to introduce contemporary sculptures to Hanoi
PANO – The Japanese Embassy in Vietnam will open a fine art exhibition titled “Netsuke-Japan’s contemporary sculpture” in Hanoi on the occasion of the 45th anniversary of Japan-Vietnam’s diplomatic ties on January 24.
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The exhibition will run until March 15. Photo: baoquocte.vn |
On display will be 65 sculpture works by 64 typical Japanese artisans.
Netsukes are carved toggles popularly used during Edo period (1603-1868) to prevent users’ personal belongings from dropping out of a kimono’s sash. Since 1970's, contemporary netsukes with new shapes have debuted.
The exhibition will run until March 15.
Translated by Chung Anh