Permanent Collection Exhibition

Bug Catching in Asian Art!

Period: Jun 24, 2021 〜 Sep 21, 2021

Venue: Asia Gallery

This exhibition compiles artworks from throughout Asia that feature insects. From cool insects to cute and even unpopular ones, such as flies and cockroaches, this show may change your attitude towards insects. But first, let’s explore some of the different insects you might encounter.

Sumi Takamasa (Japan) "Armored Cross Mantis," 2002-03

This artwork is modeled after the Orchid Mantis, which has the appearance of a flower. With its red eyes and forefeet on either side like a human, it could be a character from a special effects TV program. But don't get too mesmerized by its beauty -you might get caught by its sickle-like pincers!

Manuel Ocampo (Philippines) "Paradise Open to All," 1994

This cockroach is dressed up as Jesus Christ, wearing a crown of thorns. By choosing the despised cockroach as a symbol of Catholicism, the work shows the two extremes of holiness and profanity.

Venue	Asia Gallery
Admission	Adult 200 JPY / High School&College 150 JPY / Free for Junior High School and Under *50 JPY/person discount for a group of more than 20 people.
Organiser	Fukuoka Asian Art Museum
Contact	Tel: 092-263-1100

Bug Catching in Asian Art!

Exhibited Works

Manuel Ocampo (Philippines) "Paradise Open to All," 1994

This cockroach is dressed up as Jesus Christ, wearing a crown of thorns. By choosing the despised cockroach as a symbol of Catholicism, the work shows the two extremes of holiness and profanity.

Outline

Bug Catching in Asian Art!

Exhibited Works

Manuel Ocampo (Philippines) "Paradise Open to All," 1994 This cockroach is dressed up as Jesus Christ, wearing a crown of thorns. By choosing the despised cockroach as a symbol of Catholicism, the work shows the two extremes of holiness and profanity.

Outline

Manuel Ocampo (Philippines) "Paradise Open to All," 1994

This cockroach is dressed up as Jesus Christ, wearing a crown of thorns. By choosing the despised cockroach as a symbol of Catholicism, the work shows the two extremes of holiness and profanity.