Arts of Japan is a classic and informative text that explores the rich cultural heritage and history of Japanese Art.This art history text examines the various influences that have shaped the course of Japanese art history in the fields of painting; sculpture; architecture; and handicrafts. Discussed with challenging insight are the impact of the various Indian and Chinese schools; the pervasive influence of Zen philosophy; and the many other artistic developments; giving the reader a well-rounded picture of the great significance and contribution of Japanese art.Special features of the book are sections on handicrafts and a chapter on prehistoric art. The book comes at a time when there is an awakened interest in Asian art throughout the world. In the past; due to linguistic barriers; political upheavals; and the limited number of specialists; misconceptions have been especially numerous in the field of Japanese art. The Arts of Japan admirably corrects these misinterpretations; consolidates the results of the most recent scholarship; and in one compact volume presents an up-to-date; authoritative survey of Japanese and throughout its long history and in all its colorful diversity.
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