The Japan Craze: Art and Craft in Rhode Island After1854 September 15, 2010

This exhibit highlights the American fascination with Japan that swept across this country beginning at mid-19th century. 'The Japan Craze' features paintings, prints, books and decorative objects with a Rhode Island connection that suggest the Japanese influence (Japonism or Japonisme.) Works collected by Rhode Islanders that are of Japanese origin, or that reflect Japonism are also included.