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The Color Prints Of Japan: An Appreciation And History (1904)

The Color Prints Of Japan: An Appreciation And History (1904)

Strange, Edward Fairbrother

Paperback

PhilosophyFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1104485273
ISBN13: 9781104485276
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 10 2009
Pages: 124
Weight: 0.39
Height: 0.26 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Color Prints of Japan: An Appreciation and History is a book written by Edward Fairbrother Strange in 1904. It is a comprehensive guide to Japanese color prints, their history, and their significance in Japanese art. The author provides a detailed description of the different types of Japanese prints, such as ukiyo-e, which were popular during the Edo period, and the more modern prints of the Meiji era. The book also explores the techniques used to create Japanese prints, including the use of woodblocks and the different types of ink used. In addition to the technical aspects of Japanese prints, the book also delves into the cultural and historical context in which they were created. Strange provides an overview of the social and economic factors that contributed to the rise of Japanese prints, as well as the influence of Western art on Japanese printmaking. The book features numerous illustrations of Japanese prints, including works by famous artists such as Hokusai and Hiroshige. Each print is accompanied by a detailed description, providing insight into the meaning and symbolism behind the images. Overall, The Color Prints of Japan: An Appreciation and History is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Japanese art and culture. It provides a comprehensive overview of Japanese prints, their history, and their significance in Japanese art.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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