Yamana Ayao and Art Deco: Creating the Shiseido Style

Gunma Museum of Art, Tatebayashi

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Artists

Ayao Yamana

Ayao Yamana (1897-1980), a designer for the Shiseido Company who was influenced by French Art Deco, created sophisticated designs based on a dignified and refined image of women. This exhibition introduces the world of Yamana’s design, inspired by the spirit of Art Deco, through magazine illustrations, posters, newspaper advertisements, and product packages.

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Schedule

Apr 25 (Sat) 2015-Jun 28 (Sun) 2015

Opening Hours Information

Hours	9:30-17:00
Closed	Monday Open on a public holiday Monday but closed on the following day. Closed during the New Year holidays.

Fee

Adults ¥820, University Students & High School Students ¥410, Junior High School Students & Under Free. Persons with Disability Certificates + 1 Companion Free.

Venue

Gunma Museum of Art, Tatebayashi
https://gmat.pref.gunma.jp/en/