[The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto] New Openings in the Collection Gallery: 'MoMAK Masters' Showcasing MoMAK Masterpieces and 'Lice Room' for Immersing in Felice Rix-Ueno's Fantastic World!
The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto (MoMAK) has opened two new spaces in its collection gallery starting from the first exhibition of FY2026: 'MoMAK Masters' featuring famous works, and 'Lice Room' dedicated to the designs of Felice Rix-Ueno.
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### MoMAK Masters
'MoMAK Masters' is a new section introducing masterpieces from The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto (MoMAK). Visitors can enjoy a wide variety of excellent works, ranging from familiar pieces representing the 'face' of our museum to lesser-known masterpieces. Whether it's your first visit or you've been here many times, you can experience the profound world of modern art in this masterpiece corner.
In this exhibition, you can view a comprehensive display utilizing solely our collection. It features works such as 'Mr. Samsa's Walk' by Kazuo Yagi, an internationally acclaimed potter regarded as the most important figure in the post-war Japanese ceramics world; 'Young Ducks' (*first half of the period) by Seiho Takeuchi, a legend of the modern Kyoto art circle alongside Masanobu Kano of the Muromachi period and Okyo Maruyama of the Edo period; and works from the early to mature periods of Piet Mondrian, known as a pioneer of abstract painting.
### Main Exhibited Works
- Sotaro Yasui "Portrait of a Woman" 1930, Collection of The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto
- Seiho Takeuchi "Young Ducks" (Left Screen, Right Screen) 1937, Collection of The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto *First half of the period
- Kazuo Yagi "Mr. Samsa's Walk" 1954, Collection of The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto
FAQ
What are the names of the two new spaces opened in The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto's Collection Gallery in fiscal year 2026?
The two new spaces opened are 'MoMAK Masters' and the 'Lice Room', both launched at The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto in fiscal year 2026.
What is the focus of the 'MoMAK Masters' exhibition at The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto?
'MoMAK Masters' showcases masterpieces from the museum's own collection, including works by Kazuo Yagi, Seiho Takeuchi, and Piet Mondrian, highlighting modern art excellence.
Which artwork by Kazuo Yagi is featured in the 'MoMAK Masters' exhibition and when was it created?
The artwork 'Mr. Samsa's Walk' by Kazuo Yagi, created in 1954, is featured in the 'MoMAK Masters' exhibition at The National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto.
What significant work by Seiho Takeuchi is displayed in the first half of the 'MoMAK Masters' exhibition period?
Seiho Takeuchi's 'Young Ducks' (Left Screen, Right Screen), created in 1937, is displayed during the first half of the 'MoMAK Masters' exhibition period.
Which early 20th-century Western artist's works from his formative years are included in the 'MoMAK Masters' exhibition?
Works by Piet Mondrian, a pioneer of abstract painting, from his early to mature periods are included in the 'MoMAK Masters' exhibition at MoMAK.