Masterpieces of Japanese Screen Painting: The American Collections
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| Rating | : | 4.40 (681 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0807612308 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 231 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Magnificently illustrated oversized book contains color reproductions of 37 screens from the Muromachi through the Edo periods (1392-1868).
Painted screens were a major component of traditional Japanese architecture, and their decoration reflected the leading schools and movements in Japanese art. Unfortunately, very few screens are extant in their original settings, making the book's 13 gatefold illustrations especially valuable: nearly 5 feet wide when opened, the gatefolds give an excellent impression of how the screens really looked and allow the viewer to "read" the objects from right to left, as their creators intended. of William & Mary Lib., Williamsburg, Va.Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc. Valuable for the quality and presentation of its illustrations, the book merits consideration by libraries supporting programs in Japanese art, though the cost may be prohibitive for many.- Patricia R. Columbia University art professor Murase's brief but clear commentary opens
"GORGEOUS!" according to J. DeRosa. THIS BOOK QUALIFIES AS A WORK OF ART IN ITS OWN RIGHT, AND AS A WINDOW INTO A SPECIAL ART FORM. I GAVE IT AS A GIFT BUT HATED TO LET IT GO.. Arrived in perfect condition Stuart This is a heavy volume, but was well packed for delivery. No corner bumps or other damage.The best of the inexpensive art books on Japanese screen paintings, with wonderful full page and fold-out color images. IT is hard to reproduce screen paintings effectively because of their great size, but this volume pulled it off.. "So Edofying" according to Thomas Thornton. I am quite excited to have found this marvelous volume still available, originally $150, now less than $50. I found it in the reading room of the Japanese gallery at the Metropolitan Museum, dogeared and doubly heavy, as noted. I am ordering this book right now. And lastly may I say that the two commentaries were very helpful in validating my appreciation.