Art in Incarceration: Artistry in the Japanese American Internment Camps

Title

Tiger Relief Sculpture

Creator

George Kaoru Morishige

Owner

Loaned by Jerry Morishige

Creation Date

1942-1945

Description

While in Rowher War Relocation Center, Arkansas, George Morishige learned the art of wood carving from Harry Koizimi. He loved this art form and made many wonderful treasures – furniture, toys, ships, jewelry, gadgets, etc.

Rights and Use Statement

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