Animal, Bird, Insect, Fish: Traditional Patterns in Japanese Design (English and Japanese Edition) - Softcover

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9784894447080: Animal, Bird, Insect, Fish: Traditional Patterns in Japanese Design (English and Japanese Edition)

Synopsis

As the fourth title of the "Traditional Patterns in Japanese Design" series on "Wave, Cloud, Pine", "Flower, Bird" and "Women," this book shows other popular motifs, which are animals, birds, insects, fishes. Along those existing animals tigers, bears, deer, dogs, cats, sheep, pigeons, butterflies, carps and some more, imaginary beasts like dragons are presented as well. Featured works dated from the 15th century to the present are included.

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About the Author

Nobuyoshi Hamada heads an editorial office, SEIJINSHA, and edits various art books ranging from dyeing, craft work, and contemporary art, including Wave, Cloud, Pine and Flower, Bird.

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