History of Art in Japan

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By Nobuo Tsuji

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History of Art in Japan by Nobuo Tsuji provides a comprehensive overview of Japan's artistic evolution, exploring styles and influences from prehistoric to modern times. The book delves into various mediums such as painting, sculpture, and architecture, illustrating how cultural and historical contexts have shaped Japanese art. Through richly detailed narratives, the author highlights the exchange of artistic ideas and practices within Japan and with the wider world.
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You might like this book if you are fascinated by the rich cultural tapestry and artistic evolution of Japan. It offers an insightful journey through the development of Japanese art, exploring how historical, cultural, and social influences have shaped its distinct characteristics. Whether you're an art lover, a student of culture, or simply curious about Japan, this engaging work will deepen your appreciation and understanding of its artistic heritage.

History of Art in Japan

In this book the leading authority on Japanese art history sheds light on how Japan has nurtured distinctive aesthetics, prominent artists, and movements that have achieved global influence and popularity. The History of Art in Japan discusses works ranging from earthenware figurines in 13,000 BCE to manga, anime, and modern subcultures.

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History of Art in Japan is a fully illustrated overview of Japanese art, written by one of Japan's most distinguished art historians. This masterful account of the country's exceptional cultural heritage sheds light on how Japan has nurtured distinctive aesthetics, prominent artists, and movements that have achieved global influence and popularity.

A leading authority on Japanese art history, Tsuji Nobuo discusses works ranging from the Jōmon period to contemporary art, from earthenware figurines in 13,000 BCE to manga, anime, and modern subcultures. He explains crucial aspects of Japan's many artistic mediums and styles—including paintings, ukiyo-e, ceramics, sculpture, armour, gardens, and architecture—covering thousands of years.

Drawing on newly discovered archaeological findings and the latest research, the book examines Japanese art in various contexts, including Buddhist and religious influences, aristocratic and popular aesthetics, and interactions with the world. Generously illustrated with hundreds of full-colour images, maps, and figures, History of Art in Japan is an indispensable resource for all those interested in this multifaceted history, illuminating countless aspects of Japanese art for scholars and general readers alike.

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History of Art in Japan by Nobuo Tsuji is widely praised for its encyclopedic and authoritative exploration of Japanese art history, encompassing millennia of cultural development. The lively and accessible translation by Nicole Coolidge Rousmaniere enriches the reader’s experience, offering a balanced examination of both ancient and modern art periods. Critics highlight Tsuji's ability to intertwine themes like decorative playfulness and eccentricity, setting it apart from traditional Western narratives. Readers appreciate its richness and depth, finding it both a comprehensive survey and a source of inspiration to delve deeper into specific artists and periods.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780231193412

Publisher: Columbia University Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 October 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Columbia University Press

Illustration: 402 illustrations

Contributors:

Translated by Nicole Coolidge Rousmaniere

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 664

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About the Author

Tsuji Nobuo is professor emeritus at the University of Tokyo and Tama Art University and former director of Chiba City Museum and the Miho Museum. His works in English include Lineage of Eccentrics: Matabei to Kuniyoshi (2012).

Nicole Coolidge Rousmaniere is director of research at the Sainsbury Institute for the Study of Japanese Arts and Cultures, professor of Japanese art and culture at the University of East Anglia, and IFAC Hand Curator of Japanese Arts at the British Museum.