Ningyo: The Art of the Japanese Doll Contributor(s): Pate, Alan Scott (Author), Gardiner, Lynton (Photographer) |
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ISBN: 0804847355 ISBN-13: 9780804847353 Publisher: Tuttle Publishing OUR PRICE: $31.46 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: September 2016 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Antiques & Collectibles | Dolls - Crafts & Hobbies | Toymaking - General - Art | Asian - Japanese |
Dewey: 745.592 |
LCCN: 2004114424 |
Physical Information: 1.1" H x 9.3" W x 12.2" (4.05 lbs) 288 pages |
Themes: - Cultural Region - Asian - Cultural Region - Japanese |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Ningyo: The Art of the Japanese Doll features over 250 unique photographs as well as extensive commentary and background history. Japanese dolls (ningyo) have played an important role in Japanese art and culture since its earliest stages of development, as talismanic figures, centerpieces, in elaborate festivals, medical study tools, theater distractions, decorative objects, and avidly collected art forms, as well as childhood playthings. Ningyo: The Art of the Japanese Doll is the most comprehensive book on antique Japanese dolls and figurines published in English. The book focuses on the many types of Japanese dolls:
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