Download or read book Hokousai written by Edmond De Goncourt and published by . This book was released on 2008-10 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Edmond Huot de Goncourt (1822-1896), ne a Nancy, est un ecrivain francais, fondateur de l Academie Goncourt. Une partie de son oeuvre fut ecrite en collaboration avec son frere, Jules de Goncourt. Les ouvrages des freres Goncourt appartiennent au courant du realisme. Issu d une famille originaire de Goncourt en Haute-Marne, il etudia au lycee Condorcet. Il fut l ami de Paul Gavarni, Gustave Flaubert, Alphonse Daudet et Emile Zola. Edmond de Goncourt est le fondateur de l Academie Goncourt qui decerne chaque annee le prix homonyme. Alors que l oeuvre de fiction des Goncourt est relativement peu lue aujourd hui, le Journal reste un temoignage interessant sur la fin du XIXe siecle. Jusqu a sa mort en 1870, Jules fut le principal auteur du Journal, qui fut ensuite poursuivi par Edmond, reste seul. Sous-titre Memoires de la Vie Litteraire, il se compose d un ensemble de notes, generalement breves, prises au jour le jour. Autres oeuvres comprennent: Germinie Lacerteux (avec Jules de Goncourt) (1865) et Hokousai: L Art Japonais au XVIIIe Siecle (1896).
Download or read book Netsuke A Guide for Collectors written by Mary L. O'Brien and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2012-02-14 with total page 467 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Featuring dozens of Japanese netsuke masterpieces and insightful commentary, this Japanese art book is a classic collector’s item. Netsuke: A Guide for Collectors approaches the subject of Japanese nestuke from the point of view of the amateur collector rather than that of an owner discussing his own accomplished collection. Ever since Japan's emergence a little over a century ago from her long period of seclusion under Tokugawa rule, netsuke have exerted an almost irresistible attraction for Western collectors. These tiny carvings-exquisite in detail, charming in conception, and delightful for the sheer tactual pleasure to be experienced in handling them-captivated admirers of Japanese art and craftsmanship. Basically, netsuke were utilitarian in purpose, for they were designed to serve as pendants or toggles to support medicine boxes, writing cases, smoking equipment, and similar articles worn suspended by a cord from the obi-a practical device since the kimono had no pockets. At first quite primitive in design, they soon became more and more sophisticated, and their carvers turned increasingly to the legendary of Japan and China for inspiration and subject matter. This fascinating book is a wonderful introduction to this classic Japanese art and will be invaluable for both professional collections and amateurs alike.
Download or read book A Descriptive Catalogue of the Permanent Collection of Netsuke and Related Carvings from Japan written by City of Bristol Museum and Art Gallery and published by . This book was released on 1981 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Hare with Amber Eyes written by Edmund De Waal and published by Random House. This book was released on 2011 with total page 438 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The classic hardback edition, completely reimagined with gorgeous new photography of the now-famous netsuke collection, and sumptuous full-colour images hand-picked by Edmund de Waal from his family archive 264 Japanese wood and ivory carvings, none of them bigger than a matchbox- Edmund de Waal was entranced when he first encountered the collection in his great uncle Iggie's Tokyo apartment. When he later inherited the 'netsuke', they unlocked a story far larger and more dramatic than he could ever have imagined. From a burgeoning empire in Odessa to fin de si cle Paris, from occupied Vienna to Tokyo, Edmund de Waal traces the netsuke's journey through generations of his remarkable family against the backdrop of a tumultuous century.
Download or read book Contemporary Netsuke written by Robert O. Kinsey and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Japanese Netsuke written by Julia Hutt and published by Victoria & Albert Museum. This book was released on 2003-08-12 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing on the Victoria and Albert Museum's fine collection, Japanese Netsuke examines these appealing, accessible, and often humorous works of art in the broadest possible context. In a text that is both comprehensive and entertaining, Julia Hutt traces the history of netsuke, showing how these highly collectible objects originated from belt hangings used by nomads along the Silk Road. The stunning color photographs reveal the full range of subjects portrayed--images of animals, birds, and sea creatures, portraits of dancers and demons, droll cameos of characters from everyday urban life, even a rare poetic evocation of landscape--and the high level of skill involved in their creation. The richness and diversity of the materials used, as well as the different sources of inspiration, are also discussed, providing an indispensable guide for collectors and all those interested in Japanese decorative arts.
Download or read book Dessins Estampes written by Tadamasa Hayashi and published by Nabu Press. This book was released on 2013-09 with total page 520 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
Download or read book Fables in Ivory written by Adrienne Barbanson and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2012-10-10 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Fables in Ivory, delightful Japanese legends are accompanied With dozens of color photographs and extensive historical background. To introduce netsuke sculptures to a wider audience and, at the same time, to tell some of the legends that inspired their creators, Adrienne Barbanson presents here a collection of superb photographs accompanied by a narrative text designed to enhance the reader's appreciation of this remarkable by relatively unfamiliar art.
Download or read book Netsukes written by Albert Brockhous and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2018-12-14 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published in 1924, no book had ever before emerged dealing with Netsukes, one of the most fascinating and interesting forms of expression of the Japanese in art. Netsukes are the exquisitely carved and infinitely varied little knobs used by the Japanese to keep from slipping all kinds of articles which are hung from girdles. For collectors who cannot afford originals in most of the arts, Netsukes offer an alluring field. Here is a branch in which originals are accessible. The Netsuke is a work of art that can only exist once in this world. It is found in Japan only and like the leaves of the trees, there are never two pieces of it alike. This book describes, in a fascinating way, whether you are a collector or the subject is new to you, the use and various kinds of Netsukes, the method of their carving, their subjects, the many extant collections, their history and their mythology.
Download or read book Carving Japanese Netsuke for Beginners written by Robert Jubb and published by GMC Publications. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Create your Japanese work of art with this new, comprehensive title on the intricate skill of Japanese netsuke carvings. Traditionally created for practical reasons, these fantastic miniature carvings are now highly collectible works of art. Carving Japanese Netsuke for Beginners is packed with information on the history, techniques, tools, and skills needed to master the art. Written in an approachable, personal style with 6 step-by-step projects to follow and 23 additional ideas, Carving Japanese Netsuke for Beginners includes everything you need to know to get started on the way to creating your own superb miniature carvings, each reflecting Japanese tradition.
Download or read book The Art of Netsuke Carving written by Masatoshi and published by Kodansha. This book was released on 1981 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Masatoshi, born Nakamura Tokisada, is among the finest of carvers. His work has been little available because his co-author, Raymond Bushell, has for years acquired all Masatoshi's carvings. This is a splendid catalog of the Bushell collection. Some 350 excellent color plates are included with the carver's description of the subject, material, pigment, date of completion. A long section details Masatoshi's background, training influences, tools and carving technique, coloring, publishing, the ideas for his subjects. An elegant and admirable book. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Download or read book Utamaro written by Edmond de Goncourt and published by Parkstone International. This book was released on 2008 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Si la sensualité avait un nom, elle s'appellerait sans doute Utamaro. Soulignant avec délicatesse le jardin des plaisirs que fut un temps Edo, Utamaro, par la richesse des étoffes, les longs cous de cygnes féminins, les regards énigmatiques, évoque en quelques traits la volupté de tout l'Orient. Et si certaines scènes trahissent pudiquement les jeux amoureux, nombre de ses shungas sont univoques rappelant, dès lors, que l'amour au Japon est avant tout érotique. Puis, s'éloignant un temps de ces joies citadines, il explora avec autant de simplicité la sobriété de la nature : neige crépusculaire, lune évanescente... La finesse de sa touche révèle en quelques traits tout le raffinement de l'apprentissage de l'école Kano. Edmond de Goncourt en sublimant l'art de ce maître japonais nous ouvre les portes d'un art dont les codes et les nuances échappent à notre regard. Cet ouvrage initiatique, par ses magnifiques estampes, nous invite dans ce magnifique jardin d'Aphrodite à découvrir, ou à redécouvrir, l'art japonais.
Download or read book Japanese Netsuke Updated Edition written by Julia Hutt and published by Victoria & Albert Museum. This book was released on 2012-09-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The netsuke is a thing of wonder: a tiny utilitarian accessory to traditional Japanese dress that has become an art form in itself, prized by collectors from East to West. The V&A's collection of netsuke is world-famous, and this stunning book draws on its many highlights to explore the origins of netsuke and to trace the sources of these designs in prints, paintings, and woodblock-printed books. It records the evolution of materials and techniques and the patterns of craftsmanship, and is illustrated with some of the very finest examples. A foreword by renowned ceramics artist Edmund de Waal, author of The Hare with Amber Eyes, sheds new light on the beauty and value of these miniature works of art.
Download or read book Japoneries D Automne written by Pierre Loti and published by Theclassics.Us. This book was released on 2013-09 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ce livre historique peut contenir de nombreuses coquilles et du texte manquant. Les acheteurs peuvent generalement telecharger une copie gratuite scannee du livre original (sans les coquilles) aupres de l'editeur. Non reference. Non illustre. 1889 edition. Extrait: ...chaque detail infime; le moindre petit morceau de la voute ou des murs serait a lui seul une piece de musee. Et tant de rares et extravagantes choses, arrivant a composer dans leur ensemble de grandes lignes tranquilles; tant de formes vivantes, -tant de corps contournes, d'ailes rebroussees, de griffes tendues, de gueules ouvertes et de regards louches arrivant a faire du calme, du calme-absolu, a force d'harmonie inexplicable, de demi-jour, de silence... Je crois du reste que c'est ici la quintessence de cet art japonais dont les lambeaux apportes dans nos collections d'Europe ne peuvent donner l'impression vraie. Et comme on est frappe de sentir cet art si eloigne du notre, parti d'origines si differentes; rien qui derive, meme de loin, d'aucune de ces antiquites a nous, grecque, latine ou arabe, auxquelles sont puisees toujours, sans que nous nous en rendions compte, nos notions natives sur les formes ornementales; ici, le moindre dessin, la moindre ligne, tout nous est profondement etranger, autant que pourraient l'etre des choses V venues de quelque planete voisine, jamais en communication avec notre cote de la terre. Tout le fond du temple, ou il fait presque nuit, est occupe par de grands portes de laque noire et de laque d'or, a ferrures d'or cisele, fermant un lieu tres saint que l'on refuse de me montrer. On m'explique du reste qu'il n'y a rien dans ces armoires; mais ce sont des endroits ou les ames divinisees des heros aiment a se tenir; les pretres ne les ouvrent qu'a certaines..
Download or read book Hiroshige written by Mikhail Vladimirovich Uspenskiĭ and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: L'art de l'Ukiyo-e reflète l'expression artistique d'une civilisation qui influença nombre d'artistes européens. Les trois maîtres de l'Ukiyo-e, Hokusai, Utamaro et Hiroshige, sont réunis pour créer un ouvrage de référence de l'art japonais et de l'art de l'estampe.
Download or read book The Ultimate Netsuke Bibliography written by and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The last and the tenth of the series, this long-awaited, magnificent catalog showcases masterpieces of Japanese prints housed in the Baur Collection. The collection comprises more than 600 prints, spanning from the 18th century, 'classical' period, through the 19th century, with its strong holding in the 19th century triptychs. Highlights of the 18th-century prints include fine groups of compositions by Harunobu; Katsukawa school actor prints; a fair group of fashionable ladies and courtesans by Kiyonaga, Utamaro and Eishi; some large-head portraits of actors by Sharaku; and a few exceptional actor portaits by Toyokuni. For the 19th century, highlights are some rare landscape designs by Hokusai; and some extremely rare complete series such as the 'Eight Views of Edo' and the 'Views of Nikko Mountain' by Eisen, and the 'Views of Kyoto' by Hiroshige. As for the beautiful women prints, bijinga, highlights include an exceptionally large group of triptych compositions by Kunisada, Kuniyoshi and Hiroshige.
