Japonisme An important phase in the history of decorative arts is here given authoritative treatment.”—Interior Design The impact of Japan on Western art was as immediate and almost as cataclysmic as the influence of the West on Japanese life. After Commodore Perry opened Japan’s door to the outside world in1858—ending a
Landscapes Stunning landscapes and geological marvels from around the world. Hiroshi Hamaya (1915-1999) was a Japanese documentary photographer. In 1960, he joined the Magnum photography agency, the first Asian photographer to be offered membership. He received the Master of Photography Award from ICP in 1986 and the Hasselblad Award in
pp.239,102 pl. in full clr.,Full white color with silver title to spine and silver and black image to cover
Cover spotted
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Michelangelo architect Giulo Carlo Argan wrote the introduction, chapter essays, and epilogue. Bruno Contardi provided the history, chronology, and documentation for the relevant works in individual entries following each chapter essay.
pp.322+2, numerous full pg. Colored and b/w illus,
Full maroon color with gilt title to spine and embossed illus to cover
Dust Jacket
Good in condition
