Frederick Harris - Ukiyo-e The Art of the Japanese Print -2010 Hardback NEW!!!

Description: Frederick Harris - Ukiyo-e The Art of the Japanese Print -2010 Hardback NEW!!! Condition is Like New. Think Brand New minus the shrinkwrap. There is an inscription on the first page (see photos). No other signs of use. This will be packed very carefully and shipped US Media Mail with Tracking. We are happy to combine items to save you money on shipping. For example, we can send you three typical CDs for the price of 1. Just put your selection in your shopping cart and press the Request Total button (top right) and we will get back to you with the lowest combined shipping price. Remember Media Mail starts at $4.63 for the first pound weight (or fraction), but then only 75 cents for each additional pound (or fraction). And visit our sister store on eBay (GutenburgReads) to see the more than 700 interesting items we are selling. Description: About this Item The item is a book HardbackThe Author Name is Frederick HarrisThe Title is Ukiyo-e : The Art of the Japanese Print Condition New Other CommentsPages Count - 192.Category - Art Product Description -The art of Japanese woodblock printing, known as ukiyo-e "pictures of the floating world", reflects the rich history and way of life in Japan hundreds of years ago. Ukiyo-e: The Art of the Japanese Print takes a thematic approach to this iconic Japanese art form, considering prints by subject matter: geisha and courtesans, kabuki actors, sumo wrestlers, erotica, nature, historical subjects and even images of foreigners in Japan. An artist himself, author Frederick Harris-a well-known American collector who lived in Japan for 50 years-pays special attention to the methods and materials employed in Japanese printmaking. The book traces the evolution of ukiyo-e from its origins in metropolitan Edo Tokyo art culture as black and white illustrations, to delicate two-color prints and multicolored designs. Advice to admirers on how to collect, care for, view and buy Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock prints rounds out this book of charming, carefully selected prints. Synopsis: The art of Japanese woodblock printing, known as ukiyo-e ("pictures of the floating world"), reflects the rich history and way of life in Japan hundreds of years ago. Ukiyo-e: The Art of the Japanese Print takes a thematic approach to this iconic Japanese art form, considering prints by subject matter: geisha and courtesans, kabuki actors, sumo wrestlers, erotica, nature, historical subjects and even images of foreigners in Japan. An artist himself, author Frederick Harris--a well-known American collector who lived in Japan for 50 years--pays special attention to the methods and materials employed in Japanese printmaking. The book traces the evolution of ukiyo-e from its origins in metropolitan Edo (Tokyo) art culture as black and white illustrations, to delicate two-color prints and multicolored designs. Advice to admirers on how to collect, care for, view and buy Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock prints rounds out this book of charming, carefully selected prints. From the back cover: "This book is a gateway for a new generation of print lovers. Fred Harris writes with an experienced artist's viewpoint and brings a breath of life to the literature on ukiyo-e." -David Caplan, Mita Art's Gallery, Tokyo "Artist and collector Fred Harris offers a deep appreciation that is sweeping as a historical overview and intimate in its knowledge of ukiyo-e's inner workings. He brings the life of the print studio alive, and teaches us to see its world with fresh insight. This is a fine and passionate contribution to the vast literature on the Japanese print." Alexandra Mimron, Senior Curator of Asian Art, Guggenheim Museum "Frederick Harris hook offers a refreshing, enthusiastic and artistic view on the subject and as such may be highly recommended to ukiyo-e students and collectors at the dawn of the twenty-first century." Robert Vergez Executive Director, International Ukiyo-e Society "An intimate and personal perspective on Japanese prints and printmaking, written with knowledge, appreciation and love. This handsomely illustrated and charming book will appeal to print enthusiasts and Japanophiles all over the world." -Suzannah Yip, Director, Head of Department, Japanese Art. Bonhams London. By the way: Welcome to the new ebay storefront for The Shepherd's Center of Winston-Salem. The store will be operated by experienced ebay sellers who have been selling some of our best donations for several years now through their own storefronts. Now we are using these same experienced sellers to sell to you directly. 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