The Henry Dyer Collection: Exhibitions

We are delighted to announce two major exhibitions of material from the Henry Dyer Collection, and a programme of associated events. Click on an image to view more pictures from our Capital Collections site.

Dai Nippon: Kabuki Prints from the Henry Dyer Collection

Glasgow School of Art, 22 August - 10 October 2009

Monday - Friday 10.30 - 4.30
Saturday 10.00 - 2.00

The Tale of Genji: Prints from the Henry Dyer Collection

Central Library, 31 August - 10 October 2009

Monday - Thursday 10.00 - 8.00
Friday 10.00 - 5.00
Saturday 9.00 - 1.00




Genji Mania: The Tale of Genji told in prints from the Henry Dyer Collection
An illustrated talk by Vanessa Tothill - curator of Dai Nippon
Tuesday 29 September, Washington Browne Room, Central Library. 6.30 - 7.30pm.

Floating World Ensemble: a performance of traditional Japanese music
Wednesday 30 September, Central Library, 1.00 - 2.00pm 

Prints inspired by Japan
Create your own print at this hands-on workshop for adults with Tessa Asquith-Lamb
Saturday 3 October, Washington Browne Room, Central Library. 10.30am - 12 noon.
Saturday 10 October, Washington Browne Room, Central Library. 10.30am - 12 noon.

Kabuki: Actor and Theatre prints from the Henry Dyer collection
An illustrated talk by Vanessa Tothill - curator of Dai Nippon
Tuesday 6 October, Washington Browne Room, Central Library. 6.30 - 7.30pm.

All events are free

No booking is required for the Floating World Ensemble but for all other events please e-mail the Fine Art Library or call 0131 242 8040

Japanese art books (32 kB)