Name/Title
Japan styleEntry/Object ID
N7350.C25Description
An authoritative and wide-ranging visual essay on the aesthetics of Japan. It serves as a unique handbook that aids an understanding of Japanese culture through its architecture, arts, crafts, cinema, and literature. It gives an insight into the essence of Japanese culture, identifying its specific qualities and characteristics from ukiyo-e to Tadao Ando. The author draws connections between art, religion, history, philosophy, and mythology, using the links to frame specific examples of Japanese cultural memes. The book features over 150 illustrations ranging from the traditional to the contemporary.Collection
Carol Westfall CollectionLexicon
Search Terms
art--japanese, carol westfall collection, design--japan, japanBook Details
Author
Gian Carlo CalzaPublisher
PhaidonDate Published
2007Call No.
N7350.C25ISBN
714846244, 9780714846248LCCN
2010283092Notes
Length: 303