Publisher's Synopsis
Artistic Japan V1 is a monthly illustrated journal that showcases the arts and industries of Japan. The book is authored by Siegfried Bing, a renowned art dealer and publisher, and features a collection of articles, essays, and illustrations that explore various aspects of Japanese culture, including traditional arts, crafts, architecture, and design.The first volume of Artistic Japan covers a wide range of topics, including the history of Japanese art, the art of lacquerware, the art of flower arrangement, and the art of sword-making. The book also features detailed descriptions and illustrations of Japanese architecture, including temples, shrines, and palaces.Throughout the book, readers will find beautiful illustrations of Japanese art and design, including woodblock prints, ceramics, textiles, and metalwork. These illustrations are accompanied by informative captions that provide insight into the history and significance of each piece.Overall, Artistic Japan V1 is a comprehensive and visually stunning exploration of Japanese art and culture. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Japanese art, design, or history.In Six Volumes. The First Western Periodical Devoted To Japanese Art, Founded By Siegfried Bing, With The Intention Of Promoting Japanese Art Products And Design Among Western Art Manufacturers, Artists, Designers And Consumers. Texts Include S. Bing's Program, Where He Presents The Objectives Of The Journal; Detailed Notes On Each Of The Plates; The Japanese As Decorators By Louis Gonse; Japanese Architecture By Victor Champier; Jewelry By L. Falize; And A Traveling Writing Set By Edmond De Goncourt.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
