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JAPANESE WOODBLOCKS MASTERPIECES OF ART
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| By: |
Michael Robinson, James Peacock |
| Format: |
Hardback |
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£12.99 |
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| ISBN 10: |
1783612126 |
| ISBN 13: |
9781783612123 |
| Publisher: |
FLAME TREE PUBLISHING |
| Pub. date: |
7 July, 2014 |
| Series: |
Masterpieces of Art |
| Pages: |
128 |
| Description: |
Woodblock printing is a traditional artistic medium in Japan renowned for its use in ukiyo-e prints. Beginning with a thoughtful introduction to Japanese woodblock art, Japanese Woodblocks Masterpieces of Art goes on to showcase key works by artists such as Katsuhika Hokusai and Ando Hiroshige. |
| Synopsis: |
Woodblock printing is a traditional artistic medium in Japan most renowned for its use in ukiyo-e or 'floating world' prints. Both moving and mesmerising, this medium captures scenes with considerable atmosphere and vibrancy whether it be crashing waves, autumn leaves or serene waterfalls. Beginning with a fresh and thoughtful introduction to Japanese woodblock art, Japanese Woodblocks Masterpieces of Art goes on to showcase key works by artists such as Katsuhika Hokusai and Ando Hiroshige. |
| Illustrations: |
100 Illustrations, color |
| Publication: |
UK |
| Imprint: |
Flame Tree Publishing |
| Returns: |
Returnable |