The Worcester Art Museum has opened an exhibit recently showing samurai armor and weapons. There are also contemporary paintings and prints that go with the exhibit.
The armor and the weapons came from the Higgins collection.
The contemporary artwork are from various artists.
There is also a straw mat area in the gallery where you can read books and manga as you relax. I suggest people to remove their shoes before stepping on the straw mats just as they do in Japan. Not only does that preserve the mats longer, but it also more comfortable.
Some of the artwork and armor may appear weird to certain individuals, but it is all full of unique culture, and is very beautiful.
These metallic figures were originally from Higgins as well. They are very intricate and have movable joints.
Can you identify the references in these contemporary prints based on old Japanese prints? All of them are based on certain things from Japan...
Be sure to stop by the Worcester Art Museum if you are ever in the area!
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