Japan: Its Architecture, Art, and Art Manufactures / Edition 1

by Christopher Dresser

Overview

First Published in 2001. As an architect and ornamentist by profession, the author of this volume has specialist knowledge of many manufacturing processes and presents his observations on architectural edifices and Japanese art. Includes photos and commissioned drawings.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780710306869
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	01/09/2001
Series:	Kegan Paul Japan Library
Pages:	480
Product dimensions:	6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d)

About the Author

Christopher Dresser

Table of Contents

Part ONE I. Yokohama II. Yokohama continued— III. Preparation for long journey IV. Oska V The Japanese Calendar VI Temple of Kioto VII Tidings of rebellion VIII.A Shinto festival IX.A Japanese blue-book PART TWO I Religion and Architecture II Analogies and Symbols III The Lacquer Manufacturers IV The Pottery Manufacturers V The Metal Manufacturers VI On the means by which Fabrics receive Pattern VII Minor Manufacturers of Japan