Netsuke, the miniature carvings produced by highly skilled Japanese artists are more than just objets d'art. They originally functioned as toggles holding a wallet or pouch in place on a gentleman's pocketless kimono. This book provides a glance into the many facets of Japanese culture by telling the tales and legends surrounding the real and imaginary beings represented in these tiny yet powerful sculptures.

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Title: Netsuke: Japanese Life and Legend in Miniature
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd
Publication Date: 1991
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0804816166
ISBN 13: 9780804816168
Binding: Hardback
Condition: Good

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Traces the history of netsuke, explains their creation, and includes photographs of netsuke with essays relating them to Japanese culture, history, and folktales

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Netsuke are Japanese miniature carvings originally designed to hold a purse or a set of nested boxes ( inro ) in place on the obi, or belt, of a man's kimono. The purpose of this absolutely delightful book is to "illuminate Japanese culture through photographs of netsuke with accompanying text." Symmes, the author/photographer, illustrates 72 netsuke and inro from the early 18th century through 1990, provides some technical detail and describes the legend behind each, and gives brief information on the artist, if known. The color plates are unusual in that the netsukes are photographed in appropriate settings (e.g., cranes in water near lily pads), enhancing their beauty without sacrificing detail. Short introductory chapters describe the history of netsuke and the art of netsuke carving. This work could serve as an introduction to Japanese life and culture for YAs or general readers, yet scholars will be interested in the high-quality illustrations. Highly recommended.
- Patricia R. Hausman, Coll. of William & Mary Lib., Williamsburg, Va.
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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