Collecting Japanese Antiques. Alistair Seton

• Тип: Текст
• Автор: Alistair Seton
• Издательство: Ingram(2020)
• ISBN: 9781462905881
• Страниц: 476
• Язык: Английский

• Жанры: Историческая литература, Музеи и коллекции, Изобразительное искусство

Collecting Japanese Antiques is an excellent overview of the uniquely Japanese aesthetic and how it relates to Japanese culture. From the time Japan started trading with the West in the sixteenth century, Japanese arts and crafts have intrigued and delighted Westerners, especially lacquer, screens, swords and porcelain. Antique hunters will benefit from the practical and cautionary advice in this book; newcomers will appreciate information on the basics of collecting Japanese antiques; while other sections might reawaken interest in experienced collectors. Striking photographs throughout make this art and antiques book a must for collectors and lovers of Japanese art. Chapters include:Japan's Art HeritageCollecting for Fun and with WisdomScreens and ScrollsUkiyo-e and Other PrintsSagemonoCeramicsFurnitureTextilesLacquerwareCloisonneSculpture and MetalworkSwords and ArmorTea Ceremony UtensilsDollsFlower Baskets