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Traditional Japanese Design: Five Tastes

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Accompanying an exhibition organized by the Japan society, this book offers an aesthetic and cultural approach to the appreciation of traditional Japanese design through a selection of utilitarian objects of lacquer, ceramics, metalwork, basketry and textiles. They range from humble tools for farmers to spectacular arms and armour. These objects are divided into five areas of taste: Kodai ; Soboku ; Iki ; Karei ; and Wabi .

Language: English

Pages: 179

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Harry N. Abrams

Release: September 01, 2001

ISBN: 0810967421

ISBN 13: 9780810967427

Traditional Japanese Design: Five Tastes

4/5 ( ratings)

Accompanying an exhibition organized by the Japan society, this book offers an aesthetic and cultural approach to the appreciation of traditional Japanese design through a selection of utilitarian objects of lacquer, ceramics, metalwork, basketry and textiles. They range from humble tools for farmers to spectacular arms and armour. These objects are divided into five areas of taste: Kodai ; Soboku ; Iki ; Karei ; and Wabi .

Language: English

Pages: 179

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Harry N. Abrams

Release: September 01, 2001

ISBN: 0810967421

ISBN 13: 9780810967427

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