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The Life of Animals in Japanese Art (Hardcover)
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The Life of Animals in Japanese Art (Hardcover)
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A sweeping exploration of animals in Japanese art and culture
across sixteen centuries Few countries have devoted as much
artistic energy to the depiction of animal life as Japan. Drawing
upon the country's unique spiritual heritage, rich literary
traditions, and currents in popular culture, Japanese artists have
long expressed admiration for animals in sculpture, painting,
lacquerwork, ceramics, metalwork, textiles, and woodblock prints.
Real and fantastic creatures are meticulously and beautifully
rendered, often with humor and whimsy. This beautiful book
celebrates this diverse range of work, from ancient fifth-century
clay sculpture to contemporary pieces. The catalog is organized
into themes, including the twelve animals of the Japanese zodiac;
animals in Shinto and Buddhism; animals and samurai; land animals,
winged creatures, and creatures of the river and sea; and animals
in works of humor and parody. Contributors address such issues as
how animals are represented in Japanese folklore, myth, religion,
poetry, literature, and drama; the practice of Japanese painting;
and the relationship between Japanese painters and scientific
study. Featuring some 300 masterpieces from public and private
collections, many published for the first time, The Life of Animals
in Japanese Art is a sumptuous celebration of the connections
between the natural world and visual and creative expression.
Published in association with the National Gallery of Art,
Washington, DC Exhibition Schedule National Gallery of Art,
Washington, DC June 2-August 18, 2019 Los Angeles County Museum of
Art September 22-December 8, 2019
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