| Hundreds of beautiful color pictures and
recently-discovered, important information give this new study of 19th and
20th century Japanese porcelain a most refreshing approach. Visual
comparisons of the major styles can be made even by the beginning student
because there are so many fine color pictures of the examples. Kakiemon,
Nabeshima, Arita, Hirado and Fukagawa styles of Imari; Kutani; Satsuma;
and known craftsmen's works are shown in profusion. The
European-influenced styles of the mid-20th century such as Nippon,
Noritake, and those pieces marked Occupied Japan are presented as trade
items necessary for the changing Japanese economy. Fascinating historical
and technical background aids in the recognition of each style. Since
research continues to add evidence to changing attributions of origins and
artists, the author explains both old and new theories and encourages
further research. In what is seen as a quickly growing field of
collecting, this book stands at the crossroads of scholarship and
popularity. Both groups will find information of keen interest and delight
in the gorgeous products of the Japanese artistic and commercial
communities. |
