Netsuke, the carved toggles used to fasten a small container to a kimono sash, made from ivory, wood, porcelain,and more, are among the most popular Asian antiques. Over 970 vivid images of netsuke are shown, representing Japanese life, customs, religion, professions, art, history, and legends. The netsukes are organized by subject, allowing readers to rapidly find those that interest them most.
The succinct text introduces, defines, and describes the various types of netsukes and helps identify the subjects represented. Additionally, important evaluating tips are provided, along with a bibliography. This book is a must for anyone interested in Oriental art.
| ISBN: | 9780764328473 |
| Publication date: | 17th January 2008 |
| Author: | Mircea Veleanu |
| Publisher: | Schiffer Publishing an imprint of Schiffer Publishing, Ltd. |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 256 pages |
| Genres: |
Handicrafts, decorative arts and crafts |
Netsuke, the carved toggles used to fasten a small container to a kimono sash, made from ivory, wood, porcelain,and more, are among the most popular Asian antiques. Over 970 vivid images of netsuke are shown, representing Japanese life, customs, religion, professions, art, history, and legends.
Netsuké features in the following genres: Handicrafts, decorative arts and crafts
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Netsuké was written by Mircea Veleanu and published by Schiffer Publishing an imprint of Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.
Netsuké has 256 pages