Why have images of beckoning cats held such allure for Japan? Author, curator Alan Pate, considered the leading authority on Japanese dolls (ningy?) outside of Japan, traces history of maneki neko in Japanese culture, in conjunction with "Maneki Neko ? Japanese Beckoning Cats ? from Talisman to Pop Icon" exhibition. Opening reception follows.
Admission: $5 - $12
Location:
Mingei International Museum
1439 El Prado
San Diego, CA 92101
Saturday, March 12 - 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
For more information, please call: (619) 239-0003 x405 or visit: www.mingei.org
Admission: $5 - $12
Location:
Mingei International Museum
1439 El Prado
San Diego, CA 92101
Saturday, March 12 - 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
For more information, please call: (619) 239-0003 x405 or visit: www.mingei.org
