Ukiyo-e: The Lost World of Japanese Woodblock Printing
$48.82
- Hardcover
128 pages
- Release Date
16 March 2027
Summary
Enter the vibrant and complex world of Japanese Ukiyo-e woodblock prints!
Japanese woodblock printing, known as ukiyo-e (meaning “pictures from the floating world”), is a popular art form that flourished during the Edo period (1603-1868) and beyond. This fascinating book reveals Japanese woodblock prints for what they truly were: the earliest illustrated mass media of Japan (think: lifestyle magazines, travel guides and even sex manuals) - the works that…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9784805320648 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 4805320648 |
| Author: | The Kamiyu Art and History Group, The Kamiyu Art, History Group |
| Publisher: | Tuttle Publishing |
| Imprint: | Tuttle Publishing |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 128 |
| Release Date: | 16 March 2027 |
| Dimensions: | 7mm x 203mm x 203mm |
The Kamiyu Art and History Group
The Kamiyu Art and History Group (Kamiyu Rekishi Henshūbu) is a Tokyo-based team of creatives specializing in works combining color illustrations, maps, and detailed infographics that bring the past to life for modern readers. Guided by the motto “History is Entertainment!”, the group works across a broad range of subjects including Japanese history, world history, art history, religion, mythology, and travel.
In addition to books, magazines, and illustrated reference works, Kamiyu develops websites, apps, events, video productions, and promotional materials for municipal governments. Its bestselling titles include Exploring Castles Through History, Japanese History Revealed: The Ultimate Visual Guide, Foods That Changed World History, and A Manga Guide to the Kojiki.
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