Who introduced a view of clothing as textile in a totally new way, yet not unrelated to traditional Japanese idea of clothing. Body, gender, age doesn't count; fabric does. We loved his clothing from the beginning in the late 1970's. His collaboration with Irving Penn and his creative presentations were revolutionary.
MORITA (TADASHI)
A wonderful dealer in Tokyo who has a fine eye, great connections and generosity of spirit. I have known and bought both textiles and Mingei from him since 1972. He and his wife are still working. He is over 90 and undaunted.
MEMORIES
Lots of wonderful ones involving friends, places, beautiful objects and amusing experiences which all interact and enrich our daily lives.
MUSEUMS
Collections of great works of art for all to see. Many favorites from the Nelson-Atkins, to Cleveland and of course, The Met, Prado, Frick, Freer, National Gallery (US and London) and all of Italy, France, Japan. Never enough time to see everything…repeatedly. The best of the world is available there.
Creative & Marketing
MADS (Maddie Vogelsmeier)
Without whom you would never see our posts online or in your email. Creatively marketing Asiatica via e-commerce, photoshoot direction, and graphic design.
MURLINE (HAYES)
Once upon a time our reliable "finisher", button keeper, medical expert, birthday singer, memorist. She continues to be one of our best friends.
MEESEEN (LOONG)
Gave us our first NYC trunkshow, best networker, Ink Studio painting expert, festival decorator, loyal friend and gingko nut gatherer.
MINGEI
Japanese folk art. The older, the more patina, the better. Tansu, baskets, iron, tools textiles, patched rags, are becoming ever rarer. Old used, beautifully crafted items are necessary to contrast with new, clean and well-designed modern interiors.
