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Sunlight (yoko)

Artist (Japanese, 1915 - 2003)
Place of OriginKyoto, Japan
Date1976
CultureJapanese
MaterialsBamboo (madake variety) and rattan; parallel construction
DimensionsH. 14 in x Diam. 12 in, H. 35.6 cm x Diam. 30.5 cm
Credit LineLloyd Cotsen Japanese Bamboo Basket Collection
Object number2006.3.372
DepartmentJapanese Art
ClassificationsDecorative Arts
On View
Not on view
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The artist wrote that with this work, he wanted to express the importance of sunlight for human beings. "This basket receives the sunlight and reflects it out again."
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