September 6, 2007
9:08 PM
East Weaves West: Basketry from Japan and Britain
Noriko Yamaguchi is contributing a three-dimensional work to the group exhibition
East Weaves West: Basketry from Japan and Britain
The exhibition tours the Michael West Gallery on the Isle of Wight from 8 September to 10 November 2007, Hove Museum & Art Gallery from 18 January to 2 May 2008 and the National Vlechtmuseum from 24 May to 4 September 2008.
Collins Gallery in Scotland: 7 July – 18 August 2007
Bringing together over 40 specialist-makers, the exhibition offers a comprehensive insight into developments in the art of basketry from opposite sides of the world. Functional items, some still in daily use, are juxtaposed with the highest artistic expressions of the medium, presenting fascinating cultural comparisons and contrasts. Co-curated by Mary Butcher with commissioned installations by guest makers from Japan and the UK.
http://www.collinsgallery.strath.ac.uk/
Michael West Gallery Isle of Wight: 8 September - 10 November 2007
http://www.quayarts.org/whatson.asp?subid=9
Hove Museum & Art Gallery: 18 January - 20 April 2008
http://www.virtualmuseum.info/press/110.asp
