We’ve said farewell to the highly popular Yayoi Kusama exhibition at NGV, but there’s still plenty of exciting things on the horizon. Explore the timeless kimono and see over 70 garments from the Edo period to today at the upcoming exhibition, Kimono. Curated by NGV, this stylish exhibition will feature rare and hand-crafted kimono, and over 30 never-before-seen garments that are new to the NGV Collection. There will also be over 150 paintings, posters, wood block prints, magazines and decorative arts. This exhibition will open on June 4, and stay in Melbourne until October 5.
Kimono exhibition at NGV
This exhibition will showcase the evolution of the kimono in contemporary culture, and present the work of historical artisans alongside contemporary Japanese kimono designers, such as Hiroko Takahashi, Jotaro Saito, Rumi Rock and Robe Japonica. You’ll also see works from international fashion houses and designers, such as Issey Miyake, Yohji Yamamoto, John Galliano, Comme des Garçon and Alexander McQueen.
Highlights include seven newly acquired Edo-period silk and ramie kimono. Get a glimpse into the style and sophistication of the samurai and merchant classes from the 18th and 19th centuries, and admire gorgeous motifs such as wisteria tendrils and maple leaves. There will also be extravagant costumes from noh and kyogen theatre, as well as stunning wedding kimono.
You’ll find it on the ground floor of NGV International, and tickets are $25 for adults.