Display as Ensemble: Interdisciplinary Approaches to Display in Premodern Japan

This international symposium brings together scholars in the field of Japanese history, art history, architectural history, and religious studies to explore new directions for the critical examination of spatial and interior display from an interdisciplinary and comparative perspective. The presentations explore a variety of settings and contexts in medieval and early-modern Japan—from large urban spaces to religious sites of ritual performance, residential interiors, and social gatherings—focusing on the use of space through paintings and other objects.

An integrated yet deliberately diverse set of presentations and discussions will highlight the significance of varied methodological frameworks in approaching display as an ensemble.

The symposium is free and open to interested students and scholars. Registration is required as seats are limited. Please contact the Sainsbury Institute to book your place.

Organised by Dr. Jungeun Lee (Robert and Lisa Sainsbury Fellow)

This event is funded by the Sainsbury Institute for the Study of Japanese Art and Cultures and the Great Britain Sasakawa Foundation.