Publisher's Synopsis
Artistic Japan V1: A Monthly Illustrated Journal Of Arts And Industries is a book that showcases the art and industries of Japan during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book is the first volume of a monthly illustrated journal that was published by Siegfried Bing, a German-born art dealer and publisher who was based in Paris. The journal was published between 1888 and 1891 and was aimed at a European audience interested in Japanese art and culture.The book features a wide range of articles and illustrations that cover various aspects of Japanese art and industry. The articles cover topics such as Japanese ceramics, lacquerware, textiles, metalwork, and woodblock prints. The illustrations include photographs, drawings, and reproductions of Japanese art.The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of Japanese art and industry during a time of great change and transition. It offers insights into the techniques and materials used by Japanese artists and craftsmen, as well as the cultural and historical context in which their work was produced.Overall, Artistic Japan V1: A Monthly Illustrated Journal Of Arts And Industries is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Japanese art and culture, as well as for scholars and collectors of Japanese art.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.
