The Art and Architecture of Japan

Once slighted as mere copying from China, the arts of Japan are now seen as a unique alternation of advances and withdrawals. At times the islanders produced Chinese-style works of great beauty, unmatched on the continent. When they chose to be independent, their art differs at every level. Sculpture, and even more painting, are concrete, sensuous, and emotional, speaking directly to all.

Publisher: Penguin Books
Date Published: 1955 (1st Ed.)
Book Condition: Very good hardcover in a damaged dust jacket, which has served as protection of the hardcovers. Minor surface and edge wear to boards. The spine is bright and unfaded. Some foxing to the first couple of front and back pages and marks to the bottom edge of text block. Otherwise, the rest of the text remains in very good condition.