Cherry Blossoms: Sakura Collections from the Library of Congress

Cherry Blossoms: Sakura Collections from the Library of CongressA beautiful gift book commemorating the nations most cherished springtime tradition, the National Cherry Blossom Festival, through original works of art from the Library of Congress collections. Experience the splendor of the annual spring viewing of the nations sakura (cherry blossoms) with this stunning keepsake book. Original artwork, photographs, and objects from the Library of Congress collections illuminate the story of these landmark trees and

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Constance L

told through a collage of three women’s viewpoints-- but also from a few of the men who intersect their lives

This collaboration marks an important milestone as Zheng’s first showcase in Japan

and Trustee of the Asia Art Museum Foundation for more than 20 years

A unique present for animation enthusiasts

Author Oliver Chin usually visits the Asian Art Museum each year for lunar new year

and the very essence of the universe

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Made In Japan

The framework for this expression is often traditional: certain subjects carry cultural connotations that are well-known and imbue the painting with a layer of meaning beyond face value of objects shown

Jonah Cabudol-Chalker