Collecting Japanese Antiques
Title | Collecting Japanese Antiques PDF eBook |
Author | Alistair Seton |
Publisher | Tuttle Publishing |
Total Pages | 1009 |
Release | 2012-06-26 |
Genre | Art |
ISBN | 1462905889 |
Collecting Japanese Antiques is an excellent overview of the uniquely Japanese aesthetic and how it relates to Japanese culture. From the time Japan started trading with the West in the sixteenth century, Japanese arts and crafts have intrigued and delighted Westerners, especially lacquer, screens, swords and porcelain. Antique hunters will benefit from the practical and cautionary advice in this book; newcomers will appreciate information on the basics of collecting Japanese antiques; while other sections might reawaken interest in experienced collectors. Striking photographs throughout make this art and antiques book a must for collectors and lovers of Japanese art. Chapters include: Japan's Art Heritage Collecting for Fun and with Wisdom Screens and Scrolls Ukiyo-e and Other Prints Sagemono Ceramics Furniture Textiles Lacquerware Cloisonne Sculpture and Metalwork Swords and Armor Tea Ceremony Utensils Dolls Flower Baskets
Collecting Japanese Antiques
Title | Collecting Japanese Antiques PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | |
Release | 2012 |
Genre | |
ISBN |
Collecting Japanese Antiques is an excellent overview of the uniquely Japanese aesthetic and how it relates to Japanese culture. From the time Japan started trading with the West in the sixteenth century, Japanese arts and crafts have intrigued and delighted Westerners, especially lacquer, screens, swords and porcelain. Antique hunters will benefit from the practical and cautionary advice in this book; newcomers will appreciate information on the basics of collecting Japanese antiques; while other sections might reawaken interest in experienced collectors. Striking photographs throughout make this art and antiques book a must for collectors and lovers of Japanese art. Chapters include: -Japan's Art Heritage -Collecting for Fun and with Wisdom -Screens and Scrolls -Ukiyo-e and Other Prints -Sagemono -Ceramics -Furniture -Textiles -Lacquerware -Cloisonne -Sculpture and Metalwork -Swords and Armor -Tea Ceremony Utensils -Dolls -Flower Baskets.
Japanese Antiques
Title | Japanese Antiques PDF eBook |
Author | Patricia Salmon |
Publisher | University of Hawaii Press |
Total Pages | 262 |
Release | 1975 |
Genre | Antique dealers |
ISBN |
The Collector's Guide to Made in Japan Ceramics
Title | The Collector's Guide to Made in Japan Ceramics PDF eBook |
Author | Carole Bess White |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 236 |
Release | 1998 |
Genre | Antiques & Collectibles |
ISBN | 9781574320510 |
All-new Book Three is a companion volume with none of the pieces pictured repeated from the previous books. This highly informative guide distinguishes those 'Made in Japan' ceramics from other Japanese export ceramics such as Nippon, Noritake, and Occupied Japan. Over 650 beautiful color photographs together with a special section on marks and backstamps aid the collector in identifying and dating a collection. Special focus is given to the many styles, and different glazes, as well as reproductions to be aware of in the market. An unbelievable amount and variety of items are featured in this fun, colorful book - from ashtrays to wall pockets, figurines, pincushions, planters, souvenirs, bookends and much more. 1998 values. 8.5 X 11.
Collector's Value Guide to Japanese Woodblock Prints
Title | Collector's Value Guide to Japanese Woodblock Prints PDF eBook |
Author | Sandra Andacht |
Publisher | Antique Trader Books |
Total Pages | 0 |
Release | 2000 |
Genre | Color prints, Japanese |
ISBN | 9781582210056 |
This volume tells the story of the woodblock print from its beginnings in the seventeenth century to the latest developments in the post WWII era. Includes dating tips, a guide to reading a print to determine censor's seals, date marks, artist markings and seal, and a chapter on techniques for creating a woodblock print.
A Guide to Japanese Antiques
Title | A Guide to Japanese Antiques PDF eBook |
Author | Patricia Salmon |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 268 |
Release | 1976 |
Genre | Antiques & Collectibles |
ISBN |
Flea Markets of Japan
Title | Flea Markets of Japan PDF eBook |
Author | Theodore Manning |
Publisher | Kodansha |
Total Pages | 194 |
Release | 2003 |
Genre | Antiques & Collectibles |
ISBN | 9784770029027 |
This pocket-sized guide will prove indispensable to foreigners at Japanese flea markets. Includes: 117 flea markets, descriptions of things to buy, a "survival kit" of Japanese words and phrases, and bargaining techniques.