description: Japanese Graphic Art has become world famou thanks to the exquisite prints produced by a succession of great 18th &amp; 19th century artists. The bold outlines &amp; strong hues of these works have given them a universal appeal, while their subjects offer fascinating glimpses of a sophisticated way of life that is no more. Designed mainly for a popular audience in flourishing Edo (resent-day Tokyo), print artists such as Harunobu &amp; Utamaro pictured the city's reigning beauties, the stars of the theatre, &amp; leisure pursuits such as river tris &amp; cherry blossom viewing. A little later,sai &amp; Hiroshigo introduced landscape &amp; rural scenes, while Kuniyoshi portrayed the stirring legends &amp; martial deeds of an older Japan.
language: English
title: Great Works Of Japanese Graphic Art - Compilation Of Works From The Bridgeman Art Library
titlecomplete: Great Works Of Japanese Graphic Art - Compilation Of Works From The Bridgeman Art Library
genres: Japan, Nonfiction, Art
ratings_count: 28
publisher: Shooting Star Press