While woven bamboo containers have been common in Asia for thousands of years, it is only in the past 150 years that basketry has become widely regarded as an art form. This stunning book celebrates contemporary Japanese bamboo masters whose breathtakingly beautiful and imaginative new works are changing the definition of basketry. Focusing on contemporary bamboo artists working in sculptural forms, the book is based on recent interviews and critical analysis. In his compelling and accessible text, Joe Earle argues that ...
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While woven bamboo containers have been common in Asia for thousands of years, it is only in the past 150 years that basketry has become widely regarded as an art form. This stunning book celebrates contemporary Japanese bamboo masters whose breathtakingly beautiful and imaginative new works are changing the definition of basketry. Focusing on contemporary bamboo artists working in sculptural forms, the book is based on recent interviews and critical analysis. In his compelling and accessible text, Joe Earle argues that today's bamboo sculpture reaches beyond its craft roots to abandon functionality, while maintaining meticulous attention to the rigorous technical skill on which Japanese basketry was founded. Poised between traditional and contemporary art and drawing inspiration from both, Japanese bamboo art sheds new light on the complex relationship between past and present cultures. Distributed for the Japan Society Exhibition Schedule: Japan Society Gallery, New York (October 4, 2008 - January 11, 2009) Clark Center for Japanese Art and Culture, Hanford, California (February 7 - May 9, 2009)
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Very good. No jacket. Cover is rubbed and cover corners are lightly worn. Spine is sunned, but text is legible. Binding is tight and inside is clean and unmarked.
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New. 0300141416. *** FREE UPGRADE to Courier/Priority Shipping Upon Request ***-*** IN STOCK AND IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT-Flawless copy, brand new, pristine, never opened--Text in English. 128 pp. With 104 col. Ills. 25 x 23 cm. --with a bonus offer--
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Near Fine with No dust jacket as issued. 0300141416. Color Photographs; Square Small 4to 9"-11" tall; 128 pages; 2008 Japan Society Gallery. Larger square format hardcover is tightly bound and fresh in glazed pictorial boards. Mild shelf evidence to the surfaces; trace dust soiling top edge. Contents clean, bright, and unmarked. Profusely illustrated with color photographs. NF...Oversize book may require additional charges for expedited or international shipping.