The Story of Ukiyo-e (Full-Color Illustration Treasures Refracting the Diverse States of the World)

Author: Miyuki Masashi
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Publish Date: 2005-10-01
Features: 178 classic ukiyo-e works that reflect the myriad aspects of life. 178 extraordinary ukiyo-e masterpieces. Masterpieces from various periods and different schools of ukiyo-e are gathered here, allowing you to fully experience the enduring charm of this Eastern art. Enlarged details of the artwork are magnified, showcasing the unique brushwork of the masters and their vivid portrayal of figures and details. A rich variety of handwritten signatures. The names of the artworks and series are expressed in diverse ways by ukiyo-e masters, with their colorful handwritten signatures and seals highlighting their extraordinary personality and taste. Accurate and detailed captions. They introduce the creation date, dimensions, and series of each work, while also providing concise analyses and explanations of the background and style of the artwork. Concise and vivid main text. It is one of the best ways to understand and appreciate ukiyo-e, offering a comprehensive and three-dimensional introduction to the origins, development, masters, and production process of ukiyo-e. The magnificent and captivating ukiyo-e is a treasure unearthed by Westerners from the pile of waste paper. Those ancient and elegant flowing lines and the abstract and hazy two-dimensional spaces inspired the Impressionist masters to capture fleeting moments of vision. People can hardly imagine such enchanting art being merely the grassroots of urban and entertainment culture in Japan, nor can they know that ukiyo-e could gradually erode the power of the Tokugawa Shogunate, driving a groundbreaking social revolution. This book closely follows the complex social background of Japan's Tokugawa Shogunate period and the unique personality and culture of the Japanese nation, providing an in-depth and comprehensive interpretation of this vivid and legendary Eastern art, ukiyo-e. At the same time, it combines masterpieces from various periods and different schools of ukiyo-e with narrative techniques that are story-driven, allowing you to grasp the essence of the charm of ukiyo-e art in the shortest time, effortlessly and intuitively.