{"title":"C. Andrew Gerstle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC. Andrew Gerstle\u003c\/strong\u003e explores the rich intersections of art and culture, delving into both historical and contemporary expressions. His works often illuminate unique visual traditions, inviting readers to reconsider familiar forms through insightful analysis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect thoughtful examinations of cultural artefacts and practices, such as those found in his study of \u003cem\u003eShunga\u003c\/em\u003e. Gerstle’s writing balances scholarly rigour with engaging narrative, making complex artistic themes accessible and compelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"shunga-by-akiko-yano-9780714124766","title":"Shunga","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover Japanese art like no other. Originally created by the artists of the ukiyo-e 'school of the floating world' to advertise brothels in 17th-century Yoshiwara, these popular 'spring pictures' (\u003cem\u003eshunga\u003c\/em\u003e) transcended class and gender in Japan for almost 300 years. These tender, humorous, and brightly coloured pieces celebrate sexual pleasure in all its forms, culminating in the beautiful, yet graphic, work of iconic artists Utamaro, Hokusai, and Kunisada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis catalogue of a major international exhibition aims to answer some key questions about what \u003cem\u003eshunga\u003c\/em\u003e is and why it was produced. Erotic Japanese art was heavily suppressed in Japan from the 1870s onwards as part of a process of cultural 'modernisation' that imported many contemporary western moral values. Only in the last twenty years or so has it been possible to publish unexpurgated examples in Japan, and this ground-breaking publication presents this fascinating art in its historical and cultural context for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin Japan, \u003cem\u003eshunga\u003c\/em\u003e has continued to influence modern forms of art, including manga, anime, and Japanese tattoo art. Drawing on the latest scholarship and featuring over 400 images of works from major public and private collections, this landmark book sheds new light on this unique art form within Japanese social and cultural history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eShunga: Sex and Pleasure in Japanese Art\u003c\/em\u003e is published to accompany an exhibition at the British Museum from October 2013 to January 2014.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47432556052716,"sku":"9780714124766","price":145.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780714124766.jpg?v=1774555308"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/c-andrew-gerstle.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}