Images of Shimonoseki City Art Museum
Shimonoseki City Art Museum and its collection
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The Shimonoseki City Art Museum is a public institution that was established in 1983 in Shimonoseki, located in the Yamaguchi Prefecture of Japan. It offers a unique opportunity to explore a diverse collection of art in a city known for its rich cultural heritage.
Collection at Shimonoseki City Art Museum
The museum's collection comprises approximately 2,200 items, including works by renowned artists such as Kanō Hōgai, Kishida Ryūsei, Matsumoto Shunsuke, Takashima Hokkai, Oka Shikanosuke, and Kazuki Yasuo. Additionally, it houses a New Kingdom Egyptian shawabti and a Late Period image of Horus in the form of a falcon, adding a touch of ancient history to the collection.
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