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New Netsuke book

Posted By: Vanderven Art Books
Posted Date: Oct 02, 2006 (03:22 AM)

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Ducros, Alain
Promenade dans l'art japonaise: Volume I: Netsuke - Art, magie et medecine Volume II: Inro - Art, magie et medecine
Cuturi, Paris, 2006. First edition. Octavo. Cloth with slipcase. Book condition: New. Dust jacket condition: New. Dustjacket with protective Mylar cover. Volume I: Netsuke - 357 pages., 555 colour illustrations, 5 full pages of signatures, index, text in French and English with some Japanese text; Volume II: 343 pages., 450 colour illustrations, 3 full pages of signatures, French Lexicon, appendix, index, text in French and English with some Japanese text, cloth, d.j., Paris, 2006.

The book describes more than 100 Netsuke, Inro and Tobacco implements (360� pictures showing every side of the pieces).

The first volume offers: A comprehensive survey of this misunderstood but essential talismanic and amuletic function of Netsuke. An explanation in order to understand why some Netsuke subjects are more frequently encountered than others. A new vision of the subjects and a correction of numerous longstanding misinterpretations. A study of a dozen of the best carvers with comments on some of their masterpieces.
The second volume studies: The evolution of Inro; The origins of Inro design; The main families of makie shi (lacquers). An extensive chapter describes and illustrates the diversity of lacquer techniques. Another important section deals with tobacco implements. Plus, a comprehensive lexicon and appendix with reproductions of the signatures found in the works of art. [7593] Euro 335.00 + postage
A wonderful new standard reference!

Link :order this book at : Vanderven Art Books

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