Traditional Arts and Crafts of Japan
Download or Read eBook Traditional Arts and Crafts of Japan PDF written by Christopher Dresser and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 1994-01-01 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
Author | : Christopher Dresser |
Publisher | : Courier Corporation |
Total Pages | : 482 |
Release | : 1994-01-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780486279923 |
ISBN-13 | : 0486279928 |
Rating | : 4/5 (23 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Traditional Arts and Crafts of Japan by : Christopher Dresser
Book excerpt: Great Victorian classic offers unsurpassed coverage of architecture, ornament, pottery, calligraphy, drawing, lacquerware, metalware, textiles, religious symbols and more. Fascinating insights into Japanese culture: dancing girls, hara-kiri, tea-drinking ceremony, shrines and scenery, vegetation, etc. Over 200 exquisitely drawn illustrations. A delight for art and antique collectors, art historians, crafts enthusiasts, any lover of Japan.