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Forms of Memory and Space: Nino Caruso, Giant of Contemporary Italian Ceramics

2020.01.04 sat. - 02.16 sun.

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Nino Caruso (1928–2017), one of the most prominent figures in 20th-century Italian ceramics, dealt with themes such as mythology and symbolism in his work. At the beginning of his career, Caruso made ornamental vessels related to memories of his hometown. Gradually, through the use of forms such as walls, columns, and gates, which recalled Roman ruins, he began constructing spaces that forged a link between ancient and contemporary. This led Caruso's work to be highly acclaimed throughout the world, including Japan. In this exhibition, the first full-fledged retrospective ever to be held in Japan, we examine Caruso's achievements through approximately 90 of his most significant works and numerous documents, including designs and sketches.


Exhibition dates 2020.01.04 sat. – 02.16 sun.

Hours 9:30AM–5:00PM
*Fridays and Saturdays: 9:30AM–8:00PM
*Admission until 30 min. before closing

Closed Mondays, January 14
Exception: January 13

Admission Adult : 1,000 yen (800 yen)
University students:500 yen (400 yen)
* ( )Figures in parentheses are advanced ticket, a group of 20 or more and night discounts (Fri. / Sat. after 5 PM).
* High school students or younger are free.
* Collection gallery is available with this ticket.
* Visitors with disability and one person accompanying them are admitted free of charge. (Please present certificate at the admission.)
* Advance tickets are available until January 3.

  • Nino Caruso, Memories of Sicily (Column), 1999-2004
    Nino Caruso, Memories of Sicily (Column), 1999-2004
  • Nino Caruso, Ceramic Sculpture, c.1968, The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto
    Nino Caruso, Ceramic Sculpture, c.1968, The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto
  • Nino Caruso, Two-faced Erma, 1993
    Nino Caruso, Two-faced Erma, 1993
  • Nino Caruso, Embrace, 1957
    Nino Caruso, Embrace, 1957
  • Nino Caruso, Heron, 1958
    Nino Caruso, Heron, 1958

Publicity materials flyer (7MB)

記憶と空間の造形 イタリア現代陶芸の巨匠 ニーノ・カルーソ

Exhibition Catalogue 2,640 yen (incl.tax)

ニーノ・カルーソ 図録

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