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Naomi Kobayashi

b. 1945

Japanese sculptor (born 1945)

Sculptor Textile artist

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About Naomi Kobayashi

Born 1945. Naomi Kobayashi is a sculptor and textile artist.

is a Japanese textiles, paper, installation and sculpture artist.

Early life and education Naomi Kobayashi was born in Tokyo, Japan, and lives in Kyoto, Japan. She studied textiles, printing and weaving at Musashino Art University. She graduated in 1969. For the next fifteen years she explored the soft yet strong paradox in wall reliefs and sculptures.

The Allrich Gallery, San Francisco, CA (1975-1995)

Public collections The MET

Cleveland Museum of Art

The V&A

Minneapolis Institute of Art

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Important facts

Born

1945

Birth century

20th century

Occupation

Sculptor, textile artist

Contemporaries

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Naomi Kobayashi?

Japanese sculptor (born 1945)

When was Naomi Kobayashi born?

Naomi Kobayashi was born in 1945.

What is Naomi Kobayashi's occupation?

Naomi Kobayashi is a sculptor and textile artist.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Naomi Kobayashi

· Wikidata: Q53767347

· DBpedia: Naomi Kobayashi

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