Japan Journeys: Famous Woodblock Prints of Cultural Sights in Japan
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Description
Presenting classic Japanese woodblock prints, Japan Journeys offers a unique perspective on the country's most famous travel destinations. This stunning art book gathers together approximately two hundred Japanese woodblock prints depicting scenic spots and cultural icons that still delight visitors today. Many of the prints are by masters such as Utagawa Hiroshige, Kitagawa Utamaro, and Utagawa Kunisada, and currently hang in prestigious galleries and museums worldwide. Katsuhika Hokusai, the artform's most celebrated artist, is also well represented, with many prints from his "Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido Road" series and "Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji" series, including his world-renowned "Great Wave" print. In addition to prints showcasing Japan's natural beauty, this carefully curated selection depicts roads and railways; favorite pastimes, such as blossom viewing and attending festivals; beloved entertainment, such as kabuki theater; the fashions they wore, and the food they ate. Author Andreas Marks is a leading expert on Japanese woodblock prints, and his Illuminating captions provide background context to the scenes depicted.
Specifications
| Dimensions | 20.32 x 1.78 x 20.32 cm |
| Edition | Hardcover with Jacket |
| Isbn 10 | 4805313102 |
| Isbn 13 | 978-4805313107 |
| Item Weight | 1.05 Kilograms |
| Language | English |
| Print Length | 168 pages |
| Publication Date | 28 April 2015 |
| Publisher | Tuttle Publishing |
Reviews
User
Beautiful book.
This book is a lovely compilation of prints. The colors are wonderfully printed, and the commentary is excellent. Well worth the price, and a bargain for fans of Japanese prints, or for students of printmaking. Highly recommend.
User
Excelente edición.
Una edición muy cuidada, hecha en papel premium, la camisa de la tapa impresa con relieve al tacto, la selección de imágenes es exquisita y la impresión impecable. Nada mejor se puede adquirir a este precio.
User
Liam
A beautiful book, and very easy to either pick up to have a flick through from time to time or to read in depth.
User
Author seems to be very knowledgeable
Good
User
Beautiful and factual.
This book gives a good range of prints. They cover many towns and regions, as well as customs and famous sights round Japan. Very helpful brief notes accompany each image. The prints come not only from the classic Edo era but also include modern shin hanga prints that may be less well known. The reproductions, in various sizes, show faithful colour. When enlarged details are used, an appendix provides the full version. All in all, an informative survey of topographic prints, making up a handsome book.
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