This writing box from 1746 Japan was made by Ogawa Haritsu, better known as Ritsuo, an artist from Edo. The brown lacquered box is in the shape of a bronze temple gong holding votive papers. Inside are a writing stone and water dropper shaped like a gourd. Ritsuo lived during the Tokugawa period and was known for his experimental lacquer designs and techniques like inlaying ceramics. He was hired by the maverick Daimyo of Tsugaru due to the fame and quality of his works.
1) Bizen ware produced in Bizen, Japan has maintained traditional production methods for over 1000 years, reflecting Japanese concepts of wabi and sabi that value simplicity over artifice.
2) A key concept in traditional Japanese pottery is the triangular relationship between the kiln, clay, and form, which has been strongly preserved at Bizen.
3) Firing kilns at Bizen is considered a religious ceremony that cleans away sins, and potters strive for the unexpected results of firing, integrating their works with nature.
Studio Pottery, Number 4, pp. 23-26 (Aug./Sept.1993) Studio Pottery is a bi-monthly magazine, intended as a useful and readable companion for all those interested in pottery and ceramic in the U.K. - 15 Magdalen Road, Exeter
This document discusses the philosophies of two traditional Bizen potters from Japan, Toyo Kanashige and Kei Fujiwara. Kanashige focused on meticulously following traditional techniques to recreate older Kobizen pottery styles. Fujiwara took a more expressive approach and was less concerned with rigid traditions. Both potters sought to achieve unconscious creativity in their work, though the author argues simply imitating older styles is not enough for true contemporary artistry and that incorporating modern sensibilities is important as well. The firing process, which incorporates natural elements, is also key to Bizen pottery.
The Japanese potter Makoto Hatori works in the Bizen tradition but has developed a contemporary language in sculptural works that links his own lineage with life today. Andy Cordy re- ports. Excerpt from Ceramic Review Number 141, p.10 (May June 1993)
Japanese art has been heavily influenced by Zen Buddhism and values simplicity and harmony with nature. Traditional Japanese architecture is characterized by wooden structures, raised floors, steep roofs, and sliding screens. Japanese visual arts range from sculpted masks to ukiyo-e woodblock prints, which were initially created for commercial purposes but came to influence Western art through their export.
This document is Tony Aiello's packaging design portfolio listing clients and projects he has worked on. It includes over 20 clients from various industries such as food and beverage, airlines, and alcohol. For each client listing there is a brief description of the project and Tony's responsibility, which primarily involved concept and finished packaging design. The clients represented come from the UK, Germany, and Ireland.
Japanese art features scenes from everyday life depicted with detailed figures in paintings and woodblock prints. Woodblock printing became one of Japan's oldest visual art forms during the Edo period. Ukiyo-e art, also known as "pictures of the floating world", was produced in various media including paintings and prints and depicted scenes of daily life. Kabuki theater makeup uses dramatic colored lines and shapes on actors' faces to represent qualities like passion, depression, youth and more. Origami, the Japanese art of paper folding, started in the 17th century and common models include flowers, animals, and geometric shapes.
1) Bizen ware produced in Bizen, Japan has maintained traditional production methods for over 1000 years, reflecting Japanese concepts of wabi and sabi that value simplicity over artifice.
2) A key concept in traditional Japanese pottery is the triangular relationship between the kiln, clay, and form, which has been strongly preserved at Bizen.
3) Firing kilns at Bizen is considered a religious ceremony that cleans away sins, and potters strive for the unexpected results of firing, integrating their works with nature.
Studio Pottery, Number 4, pp. 23-26 (Aug./Sept.1993) Studio Pottery is a bi-monthly magazine, intended as a useful and readable companion for all those interested in pottery and ceramic in the U.K. - 15 Magdalen Road, Exeter
This document discusses the philosophies of two traditional Bizen potters from Japan, Toyo Kanashige and Kei Fujiwara. Kanashige focused on meticulously following traditional techniques to recreate older Kobizen pottery styles. Fujiwara took a more expressive approach and was less concerned with rigid traditions. Both potters sought to achieve unconscious creativity in their work, though the author argues simply imitating older styles is not enough for true contemporary artistry and that incorporating modern sensibilities is important as well. The firing process, which incorporates natural elements, is also key to Bizen pottery.
The Japanese potter Makoto Hatori works in the Bizen tradition but has developed a contemporary language in sculptural works that links his own lineage with life today. Andy Cordy re- ports. Excerpt from Ceramic Review Number 141, p.10 (May June 1993)
Japanese art has been heavily influenced by Zen Buddhism and values simplicity and harmony with nature. Traditional Japanese architecture is characterized by wooden structures, raised floors, steep roofs, and sliding screens. Japanese visual arts range from sculpted masks to ukiyo-e woodblock prints, which were initially created for commercial purposes but came to influence Western art through their export.
This document is Tony Aiello's packaging design portfolio listing clients and projects he has worked on. It includes over 20 clients from various industries such as food and beverage, airlines, and alcohol. For each client listing there is a brief description of the project and Tony's responsibility, which primarily involved concept and finished packaging design. The clients represented come from the UK, Germany, and Ireland.
Japanese art features scenes from everyday life depicted with detailed figures in paintings and woodblock prints. Woodblock printing became one of Japan's oldest visual art forms during the Edo period. Ukiyo-e art, also known as "pictures of the floating world", was produced in various media including paintings and prints and depicted scenes of daily life. Kabuki theater makeup uses dramatic colored lines and shapes on actors' faces to represent qualities like passion, depression, youth and more. Origami, the Japanese art of paper folding, started in the 17th century and common models include flowers, animals, and geometric shapes.
The document summarizes Japanese art from the Muromachi period (1392-1573) through modern times. It describes major periods and artistic styles, including the influence of Zen Buddhism in the Muromachi, the rise of decorative painting schools like Kano in the Momoyama period, the popularity of ukiyo-e prints in the Edo period, and the blending of Western and traditional styles during Japan's modernization. Key artists mentioned include Sesshu, Ikkyu, Ando Hiroshige, and Takashi Murakami. Traditional arts like tea ceremony and architecture are discussed alongside their evolution in different eras.
Kokeshi are traditional Japanese wooden dolls originating from northern Japan. They have a simple wooden body with an enlarged head and painted facial features, as well as floral designs painted on the body. A characteristic of kokeshi dolls is that they lack arms and legs. Kokeshi making began in the town of Shinchi Shuraku and later spread to other hot spring areas in the Tohoku region, originally being made in the Edo period to sell to visitors of the hot springs. The document requests contact about purchasing a kokeshi doll, said to be the only one of its kind in the world.
- Buddhism was introduced to Japan in the 600s and had a major influence on Japanese culture and art forms. Different schools of Buddhism developed with varying beliefs and practices.
- Zen Buddhism became prominent in the 1100s, emphasizing meditation, simplicity, and inner peace. Samurai adopted Zen beliefs to achieve strength in battle.
- Literature flourished beginning in the 800s using Chinese characters. The Tale of Genji was a seminal work depicting life in the imperial court. Poetry like haiku focused on themes of nature, love, and romance.
- Distinctive Japanese art forms included ink paintings, calligraphy, flower arranging, bonsai, and Zen rock gardens emphasizing simplicity and tranquility
Chinese painting styles and subjects traditionally focused on landscapes, plants, animals, and other natural elements. Landscape painting was considered the highest form, reflecting Chinese ideals of living in harmony with nature. Painting techniques were influenced by calligraphy, using brushes and black or colored inks on materials like silk and paper. Common themes expressed the relationship between nature and humanity according to Daoist and Buddhist principles.
Japanese art has a long history spanning over 30,000 years. Early pottery from the Jomon period dates back to around 10,000 BCE. Major cultural influences came from Korea and China starting in the Yayoi period 400 BCE. Key periods include the Nara period which saw the founding of Japan's first imperial capital in 645 CE and the Heian period when literature became popular. Artistic styles evolved over time, influenced by Buddhism and periods of war. Famous works include Hokusai's 1831 woodblock print "The Great Wave" and calligraphy by the monk Ikkyu expressing his passion for Zen Buddhism. The 607 CE Horyu-ji Buddhist temple is considered the oldest wooden structure in
The document provides an overview of Japanese art from various historical periods, highlighting influences from Buddhism, Zen philosophy, and Chinese and Western styles. Key developments include Buddhism becoming the dominant religion during the Asuka period, the rise of Zen Buddhism and its emphasis on meditation through daily activities, the popularity of Pure Land Buddhism and its focus on faith alone for salvation, and the Edo period which saw woodblock prints like Hokusai's "The Great Wave" flourish.
The document provides an overview of various artworks from Pacific cultures, including Easter Island heads, Aboriginal cave paintings from Australia, painted bark cloths from New Guinea, and woodcarvings and meeting houses from Maori culture. The artworks showcase stylistic traditions like x-ray imagery, geometric patterns, and ancestral figures. They also served important cultural functions like symbolizing status, recording creation myths, and honoring the dead through ceremonies and rituals.
Monozukuri refers to Japanese craftsmanship where emphasis is placed on the process of making an object rather than the creator or aesthetics. Traditions have become intertwined with modern developments in Japan, revealing a unique outlook. Living National Treasures are craftspeople who have attained mastery in traditional skills like sword smithing and copperware production. Sushi chef Jiro values consistent innovation while meticulously training employees to continue his craft. Traditional crafts like tattoos and woodworking aim to pass skills to future generations. Collaboration between craftspeople and designers merges traditional techniques with contemporary designs. Cities like Kyoto are centers of both craft and innovation as designers work with artisans to modernize traditions.
The document provides an overview of Japanese art history from the Jomon period through contemporary times. It begins with a summary of Jomon art from around 14,000 BCE, characterized by cord-marked pottery. It then discusses the Yayoi period from 350 BCE, marked by the introduction of wet-rice agriculture and Korean cultural influences. The Kofun period saw the emergence of keyhole-shaped tomb mounds and clay sculptures. Subsequent sections cover the Asuka, Nara, Heian, Kamakura, Muromachi, Momoyama, Edo and contemporary periods, highlighting characteristic artistic styles, materials, subjects and influential artists of each era.
This document provides a summary of Japan's historical periods from 11,000 BC to 1868 AD through its artistic productions and political developments. It describes the early Jomon Period when nomadic hunter-gatherers began settling in villages and created sculptural pottery and figurines. During the Yayoi Period, powerful chieftains ruled stratified societies practicing wet-rice cultivation and produced elegant wheel-turned pottery and bronze weapons. The Kofun Period saw the emergence of a ruling aristocracy with close ties to Korea and the construction of large burial mounds decorated with haniwa sculptures. Buddhism was introduced to Japan in the Asuka Period, influencing artistic styles. The Nara Period was marked by the growth of Buddhism and construction
1) Calligraphy originated in China over 4,600 years ago, starting as paintings before evolving into characters. It uses specialized tools like ink, paper, brushes, and ink sticks.
2) Wang Xian Zhi was a famous calligrapher born in 303 AD who is known for his piece "Lan Ting Xu". There are different styles of calligraphy like seal script and official script.
3) Painting and calligraphy are closely related, using similar techniques. Famous painter Qi Bai Shi taught himself despite coming from a poor family and focused on paintings of animals and scenery. Ancient Chinese painters took a more serious approach than some modern ones.
This unit introduces the traditional arts and cultural backgrounds of China, Japan, and Korea. It discusses the similarities in their artistic traditions and principles, which were influenced by history, beliefs, religions, and rulers. The unit guides students through the rich cultural diversity of folk arts and crafts in East Asia. It presents the characteristic arts of each country, such as Chinese painting, kites, and calligraphy, Japanese origami, woodblock printing, and anime, and Korean theater masks and painting. The lessons help students recognize the commonalities and differences between East Asian cultures and Philippine culture.
In feudal Japan, artisans and merchants played important roles in society and the economy. Artisans, who made various goods, were highly respected. They produced necessary items and even lived in castle towns. Merchants traded goods but had lower social status, though some grew very rich. While distinct classes, artisans and merchants often worked together, with artisans selling goods to merchants for wider distribution. Both groups contributed to Japan's cultural traditions as well.
The document discusses the history and development of Japanese art from ancient times through the Edo and Meiji periods. It describes how Japanese art was influenced by Shinto, Buddhist, Chinese and Korean traditions but maintained a simplicity and emphasis on nature. During the Edo period, ukiyo-e woodblock prints flourished, depicting scenes of daily life. The Meiji restoration modernized Japan and its art, combining Western techniques with traditional Japanese themes and aesthetics. Today, traditional and avant-garde Japanese art forms coexist and have globally influenced the art world.
This document provides a brief introduction to Chinese calligraphy by discussing its history, materials, styles, and famous calligraphers. It can be summarized as follows:
1) Chinese calligraphy originated in China and has been practiced for centuries as the highest art form in East Asia, using brushes, ink, paper, and an inkstone.
2) The core calligraphy tools - the brush, inkstick, inkstone, and paper - require specialized techniques to use properly. Different bristle types and materials are used for brushes.
3) Famous calligraphers like Wang Xizhi, Huang Tingjian, and Su Shi created renowned works that advanced calligraphy styles and techniques.
Chinese calligraphy uses four traditional tools: brushes, ink sticks, ink stones, and paper. Brushes are made from animal hair and come in hard, soft, or mixed tips. Ink sticks are made from pine, oil, and lacquer and are used to make ink by grinding on an ink stone. Paper was invented in China and various papermaking techniques were developed. Proper technique involves correct posture, knowledge of tools, control of the brush, rhythmic flow of strokes, and balanced lines. Stroke sequence follows rules such as starting at the top and moving downward, starting on the left and moving right, and completing inner parts before outer.
In India, jewelry is designed to match with the attire. The theme of its design as well as the color of the jewelry is taken into consideration while adoring. To make jewelry more attractive, it is topped by diamonds and various types of gems. Traditionally, Indian jewelry has been made of heavy and voluminous gold pieces, but recently jewelry made of silver, platinum and other metals has become quite popular among people. The popularity of jewelry made of stone, encrusted on metal, has grown more recently. In the following PPT, we will tell you about the different kinds of jewelry in India.
Presented by The students of BA Degree in Jewellery Design & Manufacturing Techniques batch 13
1. The document summarizes Japanese art from the 1336-1868 period, covering major styles and movements including feudal Japan under the Ashikaga shogunate, Zen Buddhism, Muromachi period gardens and ink painting, Momoyama period tea ceremonies and architecture, Edo period Kano school painting and ukiyo-e prints.
2. Key artists mentioned include Sesshu Toyo, Hasegawa Tohaku, Tosa Mitsunobu, Kano Eitoku, Honami Koetsu, Tawaraya Sotatsu, Ogata Korin, Yosa Buson, Maruyama Okyo, Suzuki Harunobu, and
This document provides a history of bonsai. It discusses how interest in bonsai grew in the US after World War 2 when Americans were exposed to Japanese culture during the occupation of Japan. It describes how bonsai became popular in the US through books, shops selling artificial bonsai, and the founding of bonsai societies. The document also traces the origins and early history of bonsai in Japan and China, noting it has roots in Chinese penjing from centuries ago and became popular among the Japanese aristocracy and in Buddhist temples starting around the 6th century as an art form.
The document summarizes Japanese art from the Muromachi period (1392-1573) through modern times. It describes major periods and artistic styles, including the influence of Zen Buddhism in the Muromachi, the rise of decorative painting schools like Kano in the Momoyama period, the popularity of ukiyo-e prints in the Edo period, and the blending of Western and traditional styles during Japan's modernization. Key artists mentioned include Sesshu, Ikkyu, Ando Hiroshige, and Takashi Murakami. Traditional arts like tea ceremony and architecture are discussed alongside their evolution in different eras.
Kokeshi are traditional Japanese wooden dolls originating from northern Japan. They have a simple wooden body with an enlarged head and painted facial features, as well as floral designs painted on the body. A characteristic of kokeshi dolls is that they lack arms and legs. Kokeshi making began in the town of Shinchi Shuraku and later spread to other hot spring areas in the Tohoku region, originally being made in the Edo period to sell to visitors of the hot springs. The document requests contact about purchasing a kokeshi doll, said to be the only one of its kind in the world.
- Buddhism was introduced to Japan in the 600s and had a major influence on Japanese culture and art forms. Different schools of Buddhism developed with varying beliefs and practices.
- Zen Buddhism became prominent in the 1100s, emphasizing meditation, simplicity, and inner peace. Samurai adopted Zen beliefs to achieve strength in battle.
- Literature flourished beginning in the 800s using Chinese characters. The Tale of Genji was a seminal work depicting life in the imperial court. Poetry like haiku focused on themes of nature, love, and romance.
- Distinctive Japanese art forms included ink paintings, calligraphy, flower arranging, bonsai, and Zen rock gardens emphasizing simplicity and tranquility
Chinese painting styles and subjects traditionally focused on landscapes, plants, animals, and other natural elements. Landscape painting was considered the highest form, reflecting Chinese ideals of living in harmony with nature. Painting techniques were influenced by calligraphy, using brushes and black or colored inks on materials like silk and paper. Common themes expressed the relationship between nature and humanity according to Daoist and Buddhist principles.
Japanese art has a long history spanning over 30,000 years. Early pottery from the Jomon period dates back to around 10,000 BCE. Major cultural influences came from Korea and China starting in the Yayoi period 400 BCE. Key periods include the Nara period which saw the founding of Japan's first imperial capital in 645 CE and the Heian period when literature became popular. Artistic styles evolved over time, influenced by Buddhism and periods of war. Famous works include Hokusai's 1831 woodblock print "The Great Wave" and calligraphy by the monk Ikkyu expressing his passion for Zen Buddhism. The 607 CE Horyu-ji Buddhist temple is considered the oldest wooden structure in
The document provides an overview of Japanese art from various historical periods, highlighting influences from Buddhism, Zen philosophy, and Chinese and Western styles. Key developments include Buddhism becoming the dominant religion during the Asuka period, the rise of Zen Buddhism and its emphasis on meditation through daily activities, the popularity of Pure Land Buddhism and its focus on faith alone for salvation, and the Edo period which saw woodblock prints like Hokusai's "The Great Wave" flourish.
The document provides an overview of various artworks from Pacific cultures, including Easter Island heads, Aboriginal cave paintings from Australia, painted bark cloths from New Guinea, and woodcarvings and meeting houses from Maori culture. The artworks showcase stylistic traditions like x-ray imagery, geometric patterns, and ancestral figures. They also served important cultural functions like symbolizing status, recording creation myths, and honoring the dead through ceremonies and rituals.
Monozukuri refers to Japanese craftsmanship where emphasis is placed on the process of making an object rather than the creator or aesthetics. Traditions have become intertwined with modern developments in Japan, revealing a unique outlook. Living National Treasures are craftspeople who have attained mastery in traditional skills like sword smithing and copperware production. Sushi chef Jiro values consistent innovation while meticulously training employees to continue his craft. Traditional crafts like tattoos and woodworking aim to pass skills to future generations. Collaboration between craftspeople and designers merges traditional techniques with contemporary designs. Cities like Kyoto are centers of both craft and innovation as designers work with artisans to modernize traditions.
The document provides an overview of Japanese art history from the Jomon period through contemporary times. It begins with a summary of Jomon art from around 14,000 BCE, characterized by cord-marked pottery. It then discusses the Yayoi period from 350 BCE, marked by the introduction of wet-rice agriculture and Korean cultural influences. The Kofun period saw the emergence of keyhole-shaped tomb mounds and clay sculptures. Subsequent sections cover the Asuka, Nara, Heian, Kamakura, Muromachi, Momoyama, Edo and contemporary periods, highlighting characteristic artistic styles, materials, subjects and influential artists of each era.
This document provides a summary of Japan's historical periods from 11,000 BC to 1868 AD through its artistic productions and political developments. It describes the early Jomon Period when nomadic hunter-gatherers began settling in villages and created sculptural pottery and figurines. During the Yayoi Period, powerful chieftains ruled stratified societies practicing wet-rice cultivation and produced elegant wheel-turned pottery and bronze weapons. The Kofun Period saw the emergence of a ruling aristocracy with close ties to Korea and the construction of large burial mounds decorated with haniwa sculptures. Buddhism was introduced to Japan in the Asuka Period, influencing artistic styles. The Nara Period was marked by the growth of Buddhism and construction
1) Calligraphy originated in China over 4,600 years ago, starting as paintings before evolving into characters. It uses specialized tools like ink, paper, brushes, and ink sticks.
2) Wang Xian Zhi was a famous calligrapher born in 303 AD who is known for his piece "Lan Ting Xu". There are different styles of calligraphy like seal script and official script.
3) Painting and calligraphy are closely related, using similar techniques. Famous painter Qi Bai Shi taught himself despite coming from a poor family and focused on paintings of animals and scenery. Ancient Chinese painters took a more serious approach than some modern ones.
This unit introduces the traditional arts and cultural backgrounds of China, Japan, and Korea. It discusses the similarities in their artistic traditions and principles, which were influenced by history, beliefs, religions, and rulers. The unit guides students through the rich cultural diversity of folk arts and crafts in East Asia. It presents the characteristic arts of each country, such as Chinese painting, kites, and calligraphy, Japanese origami, woodblock printing, and anime, and Korean theater masks and painting. The lessons help students recognize the commonalities and differences between East Asian cultures and Philippine culture.
In feudal Japan, artisans and merchants played important roles in society and the economy. Artisans, who made various goods, were highly respected. They produced necessary items and even lived in castle towns. Merchants traded goods but had lower social status, though some grew very rich. While distinct classes, artisans and merchants often worked together, with artisans selling goods to merchants for wider distribution. Both groups contributed to Japan's cultural traditions as well.
The document discusses the history and development of Japanese art from ancient times through the Edo and Meiji periods. It describes how Japanese art was influenced by Shinto, Buddhist, Chinese and Korean traditions but maintained a simplicity and emphasis on nature. During the Edo period, ukiyo-e woodblock prints flourished, depicting scenes of daily life. The Meiji restoration modernized Japan and its art, combining Western techniques with traditional Japanese themes and aesthetics. Today, traditional and avant-garde Japanese art forms coexist and have globally influenced the art world.
This document provides a brief introduction to Chinese calligraphy by discussing its history, materials, styles, and famous calligraphers. It can be summarized as follows:
1) Chinese calligraphy originated in China and has been practiced for centuries as the highest art form in East Asia, using brushes, ink, paper, and an inkstone.
2) The core calligraphy tools - the brush, inkstick, inkstone, and paper - require specialized techniques to use properly. Different bristle types and materials are used for brushes.
3) Famous calligraphers like Wang Xizhi, Huang Tingjian, and Su Shi created renowned works that advanced calligraphy styles and techniques.
Chinese calligraphy uses four traditional tools: brushes, ink sticks, ink stones, and paper. Brushes are made from animal hair and come in hard, soft, or mixed tips. Ink sticks are made from pine, oil, and lacquer and are used to make ink by grinding on an ink stone. Paper was invented in China and various papermaking techniques were developed. Proper technique involves correct posture, knowledge of tools, control of the brush, rhythmic flow of strokes, and balanced lines. Stroke sequence follows rules such as starting at the top and moving downward, starting on the left and moving right, and completing inner parts before outer.
In India, jewelry is designed to match with the attire. The theme of its design as well as the color of the jewelry is taken into consideration while adoring. To make jewelry more attractive, it is topped by diamonds and various types of gems. Traditionally, Indian jewelry has been made of heavy and voluminous gold pieces, but recently jewelry made of silver, platinum and other metals has become quite popular among people. The popularity of jewelry made of stone, encrusted on metal, has grown more recently. In the following PPT, we will tell you about the different kinds of jewelry in India.
Presented by The students of BA Degree in Jewellery Design & Manufacturing Techniques batch 13
1. The document summarizes Japanese art from the 1336-1868 period, covering major styles and movements including feudal Japan under the Ashikaga shogunate, Zen Buddhism, Muromachi period gardens and ink painting, Momoyama period tea ceremonies and architecture, Edo period Kano school painting and ukiyo-e prints.
2. Key artists mentioned include Sesshu Toyo, Hasegawa Tohaku, Tosa Mitsunobu, Kano Eitoku, Honami Koetsu, Tawaraya Sotatsu, Ogata Korin, Yosa Buson, Maruyama Okyo, Suzuki Harunobu, and
This document provides a history of bonsai. It discusses how interest in bonsai grew in the US after World War 2 when Americans were exposed to Japanese culture during the occupation of Japan. It describes how bonsai became popular in the US through books, shops selling artificial bonsai, and the founding of bonsai societies. The document also traces the origins and early history of bonsai in Japan and China, noting it has roots in Chinese penjing from centuries ago and became popular among the Japanese aristocracy and in Buddhist temples starting around the 6th century as an art form.
The document provides an overview of various aspects of Japanese culture, including its geography, traditional clothing, architecture, food, arts, games, festivals, and ceremonies. It discusses Japan's main islands and typical traditional outfits like kimonos and yukatas. The arts section covers martial arts like judo, games, painting, and the tea ceremony. Festivals mentioned include the doll festival and ceremonies for girls and children. Origami, bonsai, kabuki theater, and noh theater are also summarized briefly.
The document discusses Nara, the ancient capital of Japan, and its role as the cradle of Japanese art. It describes Nara's natural beauty and historical significance, noting that its proximity to Korea allowed art from India and China to pass through and influence early Japanese art. Nara was also the birthplace of Bushido, Japan's code of chivalry, and inspired patriotism through Yamato Damashii, the spirit of Japan fed by mysticism, love of country, and devotion to the emperor. Overall, the passage establishes Nara as the wellspring for Japanese art, religion, and national identity.
Merchants were originally considered a low class in Japanese society but grew more powerful over time. As castle towns developed, artisans and merchants inhabited them, with merchants being the wealthiest residents. Coinage systems helped merchants operate, though standards varied between locations. Ukiyo-e woodblock prints gained popularity during the Edo period, often depicting scenes of daily life and entertainment.
A portfolio of photographs of Japan, its unique style, at once so simple and so complex. Black & white photographs plus commentary, taken in Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara, Sendai and Morioka, in connection with the World Craft Council Conference in 1978.
Hardcover with jacket, 11” x 8.5”, 48 pages, 52 images, published 2009, $80 ppd.
The document provides information on Indian, Chinese, and Japanese art from 653 BC to 1900 AD. It discusses characteristics of art from these cultures, including being serene, meditative, and depicting the fleeting pleasures of life. Notable artists featured include Gu Kaizhi, Li Cheng, Guo Xi, Hokusai, and Hiroshige. Historical events discussed are the birth of the Buddha, the opening of the Silk Road, Buddhism spreading to China and Japan.
This document provides an overview of Japanese art and history. It summarizes Japan's cultural influences from China and Korea, including writing systems, Buddhism, and architectural styles. Key periods discussed include the Heian period during which refined courtly arts flourished, and the Kamakura period when a military government rose to power and arts shifted to glorify warriors. Specific artworks are analyzed, such as Buddhist sculptures and scroll paintings depicting scenes from literature, showing the evolution of Japanese artistic traditions.
Exploring the 'Floating World'_ Understanding Edo Period Japan (1).pptxAakashChavda4
This presentation offers a concise look at Japan during the Edo period, focusing on its vibrant entertainment district and cultural dynamics. It covers art, literature, theater, and daily life, highlighting the emergence of ukiyo-e prints and societal influences.
The document discusses influences and changes during Japan's Meiji Era from 1868 to 1912. It describes how Japan underwent major political and government shifts, influenced by Western powers, moving from a feudal system to a modern bureaucracy. This led to changes in lifestyle, industry, and technology for citizens. Literature from this era reflected the struggles of the people during this transition period. The culture was shaped by both the new government system and works of authors like Mori Ogai that showed cultural connections.
The document summarizes the history of Japan before 1333 CE in three main periods:
1) The Jomon period from 10,500 BC to 300 BC, defined by pottery decorated with "cord markings". Pottery designs grew more complex during the Middle Jomon period from 2500-1500 BC.
2) The Yayoi period from 300 BC to 300 AD, during which Chinese and Korean influences brought social and technological changes including new ceramics, bronze casting, and weaving.
3) The Kofun period from 300 to 552 AD, defined by large key-shaped burial mounds. Shinto religion was embraced and shrines were built, while Buddhism was introduced to Japan from
Japanese art was influenced by Buddhism, Chinese art, and nature. Some key characteristics include wood as an important material, landscape paintings, calligraphy, printmaking, and sculptures related to fertility rituals and funerary rituals. Early Japanese architecture consisted of pit houses made of wood during the Jomon period. Later, architecture was influenced by Chinese styles seen in structures like the Heian palace and Buddhist temples. Sculptures included ceramic vessels and figurines from the Jomon period as well as later Buddhist statues.
The document discusses literature during the Ming Dynasty and Tokugawa Period in China and Japan. It notes that literature played a larger role in daily life in Japan during this time compared to China, where technological advancements were prioritized more. Literature flourished as an art form in Japan during the Tokugawa Period after the country isolated itself, while in China literature remained more for entertainment than an important part of life. Both time periods saw significant cultural developments through their literature.
Tokyo National Gallery - A Brief History of Japanese ArtJerry Daperro
Opened in 1968, the Tokyo National Museum includes an excellent and eclectic collection of non-Japanese Eastern art, in particular Chinese and Korean arts that ranges from textiles to sculpture and ceramics. Because of the vast scope of its exhibits, this slideshow is concentrated only on the development of art in Japan, with emphasis on the development of Japanese paintings. From the pre-historic artefacts, it is evident how little we known about the ancient cultures that existed in Japan before history. It fires our imagination as what kind of cultures that these people left behind. “Between the fourth century and the ninth century, Japan's many kingdoms and tribes gradually came to be unified under a centralized government, nominally controlled by the Emperor.” Wikipedia. This slideshow is a sketch of the major developments in paintings from its beginning in the 11C to early 20C.
The document provides background information on Takoyaki, including:
- It discusses Takoyaki, a ball-shaped snack made of octopus pieces in a wheat flour-based batter that is deep fried.
- The origins of Takoyaki can be traced back to Osaka in the 18th century, where they became a popular street food.
- Today, Takoyaki stalls and festivals celebrating the snack can be found across Japan, especially in Osaka where the batter is said to be sauce-ier and the balls are larger than in other regions.
The document discusses the woodblock print "Under the Wave off Kanagawa" by Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai. It was created in the 18th century during a time when landscape painting emerged as a popular subject in Japan, coinciding with the rise of inexpensive multicolor woodblock prints. The artwork was influenced by both traditional Japanese and Chinese landscape painting styles as well as Dutch landscape engravings imported during this era, demonstrating how Japanese artists both drew from artistic traditions of other eras and places while also innovating their own styles.
The exhibition features outstanding Archaic Jades, Archaic Bronzes, Buddhist Sculpture, early Ceramics, and Later Dynastic Jades.
All objects are highly interesting, fully curated, and of the high quality for which we are well known.
Highlights include the Very Large Black Jade Double Bi or “8,” Hongshan Culture, Neolithic Period; the Archaic Gold Inlaid Bronze Covered Hu, Late Eastern Zhou Dynasty; the sublime Longmen Head of Buddha, Tang Dynasty; the very rare Painted Pottery Drinking Horse, Tang Dynasty; and the Very Rare Grey Jade Twin Fish Lotus Dish, Qianlong Period.
This catalogue was just published in October, 2021 for our 50th year exhibition in Hong Kong.
FA 210 Art of the World
Several lectures' worth of information - early Japanese culture, Japanese ceramics, Zen Buddhism, Samurai, the Edo period Ukiyo-e woodcuts
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2. The object of my study is a writing box of brown lacquer inlaid with pottery, ivory and shell, in the shape of a bronze
temple-gong with votive papers. Inside the box is a writing stone and water dropper in the shape of a gourd. It was
made in Japan in 1746 by an artist called Ogawa Haritsu, more commonly known in Britain as Ritsuo. The height is 5
cm, and its diameter is 25 cm.
3. Edo Japan
• Early modern
• ‘Alternate attendance’ in Edo
• Samurai and merchants
• Diverse culture
First, a quick look at the general historical context of the object. It is marked with the date 1746,
which falls into a time period known variously as the Tokugawa period (because Japan was ruled by
the Tokugawa shogunate) the Edo period (because the capital city of Japan was Edo, now known as
Tokyo) and the early modern period (for various reasons, including the rise of the merchant class,
urbanisation and the spread of literacy). The political structure of the Tokugawa shogunate is
known as the baku-han system, so named because of the balance of power between the central
government and the provinces - bakufu and han. Under the baku-han system feudal lords, or
Daimyo, were required to spend six months a year in their provinces and six months a year in the
capital, Edo. This system was known as alternate attendance, or sankin kotai. As a result Edo was a
densely populated, martial environment, packed with Samurai lords and their entourages, and with
merchants keen on selling them beautiful high-status accoutrements. Edo culture had a
spectacular breadth and diversity, with merchants and samurai alike keen to adorn themselves, in a
literal sense with decorative objects such as sword fittings and netsuke, and in a metaphorical
sense with cultural learning such as tea ceremony, haiku and other arts and skills.
4. Lacquer and work
• Layering
• Preparing the wood
• Poisonous
• Outsourcing
Lacquer varnishing is an enormously labour-intensive activity. Japanese domestic lacquer objects
can require as many as 20 layers of lacquer to be applied, and each layer must be left to dry and
smoothed with charcoal. The wooden base must be treated well in advance of the lacquering
process if warping and breakage are to be avoided. Lac sap itself is poisonous, a relative of poison
ivy. In the Edo period labour was saved by outsourcing preliminary stages, such as lac preparation
and wooden box making, to other workshops. The same size and shape of box would be
commissioned in large quantities, resulting in the standard format of an oblong black lacquer
writing box with gold decoration. So an object such as this which is unusual in shape would have
required planning and extra work.
5. Ritsuo himself Typical Edoite nice guy
Ritsuo's life story seems to personally typify an Edoite lifestyle. Born in Ise to a Samurai family, he
moved to Edo as a young man. Legendary accounts claim either that he was exiled from his family
because of bad behaviour, or that he gave up the sword to pursue the arts of peace. In Edo he
seems to have spent many years living in poverty, while studying a variety of arts including drawing,
pottery, writing haiku poetry with Basho and lacquering. His lacquer work was one of the most
famous product of Edo in the 1720s. He is known for his inventive designs that simulate other
materials, and for his technical innovation in inlaying ceramic into lacquer. Here are some stories
about Ritsuo:
Ritsuo was noticed by Basho while walking in the Kiso mountains. Basho instantly recognised that
he was an extraordinary person. They passed each other, but Ritsuo looked back over at Basho and
recited a haiku poem. Basho was impressed and asked him to join his poetry group.
Ritsuo was noticed by the Daimyo of Tsugaru while selling his lacquer wares on Ryogoku bridge,
which is pictured above. Back then Ritsuo's income was unstable, and there were days that he
would have to go without food, but he is said to have never complained. The Daimyo of Tsugaru
saw his wares and instantly recognised their peerless quality, and had him become his vassal. As a
result of this arrangement the Tsugaru family to this day have a large collection of Ritsuo's work.
Ritsuo seems to have been a calming influence on people based on accounts of his life while living
with his haiku poetry group in Edo. People used to steal rice from the communal pot and replace it
with other things, so Ritsuo would periodically check to make sure that the rice was intact. He set
up a beautiful Buddhist shrine in the poets' residence by carving out a circle in the wall, spreading
gravel and enshrining a statue of the Buddha as a child.
6. Ritsuo as a lacquerer
• Town lacquerers were
experimental
• Why would a Daimyo hire
Ritsuo?
• Maverick Daimyo
• Fame of works
In the Edo period lacquering was carried out by craftsmen in three different situations, and it is
usually understood that these three situations fostered different design styles. These were itinerant
lacquerers, town lacquerers and official lacquerers employed as vassals of daimyo. From the 17th
century a growing merchant class was increasingly able to afford to buy lacquer from town
lacquerers. The opening of a new market for lacquer allowed designers to experiment with new
motifs and ideas, breaking away from the literary themes preferred by the conservative aristocracy.
Town lacquerers had a reputation for cutting corners in their workmanship in order to turn over a
quick profit, but they were also able to produce experimental designs such as reproductions of
Ukiyo-e prints. To quickly note, the fact that Ritsuo is described as living on an unstable income
may be to set him apart from your typical town lacquerer - the implication is that rather than
cutting corners in order to put rice on the table, he produced great lacquer work and stoicially went
without food, a common theme in Edo period morality tales written for merchants.
The tastes of the daimyo are usually described as conservative in contrast to the tastes of the Edo
merchant class. However, the daimyo of Tsugaru took on Ritsuo, the most experimental and daring
lacquerer of the time, as a vassal. I want to find out what can explain this break away from the
expected tastes of a daimyo. One possible explanation would be that the daimyo of Tsugaru was a
maverick - to further explore this I will have to study accounts of his life. Another explanation is
that Ritsuo was so famous as the best lacquerer in Edo, and his work so valuable, that the daimyo
would gain more cultural capital from hiring him as a vassal than he could have gained from hiring
a more traditional lacquerer. When this box was made, 1746, Ritsuo had been working as a vassal
for around 20 years. It can be understood as typical of the impressive works that the daimyo of
Tsugaru benefitted from owning.
7. In this slide I’ve highlighted the three votive papers. The first is one of his artist names, ‘Muchuan,’
the second is the year, and the third is his given name, Haritsu with his artist’s seal above it.
The name 'Muchuan,' hermitage in dreams, may hint at a failure to match up to his own Buddhist
ideals. The religious life of the hermit, traditionally glorified in Japan, was a far cry from his life as
an Edo merchant.
8. Haiku
• Kojiki ni mo
Kau wa nararenu
Kakashi ka na
• Begging for food
• Katana sagete
Ayashiki shimo no
Jizou ka na
• As I lay down my sword
Did I see in the strange frost
Bodhisattva Kshitigarbha?
• Kane motazu
Uezu kotoshi mo
Kure ni keri
• With no money
Not hungry or thirsty
I can live this year too
I'm trying to find out more in detail about his own religious beliefs from his haiku poems. I haven't
been able to produce definitive translations of them, but I'll reproduce a couple of them here and
highlight the words that I have been able to make sense of. In this poem, for instance, Ritsuo refers
to begging for food, another aspect of the idealised Buddhist hermit or monastic life, and in a
similar vein in this one he talks about having no money but no hunger either. The next refers to a
vision of the Bodhisattva Kshitigarbha.
9. • Institutionally strong
• Spiritually dead?
• Cultural role: zen art and ridicule
Buddhism in Edo
Japan
To give some historical background, the state of Buddhism in the Edo period has been a subject of
debate in academia. Buddhism as an institution was very strong, as the Tokugawa government
required everyone to register at birth with a temple (Totman). This has led some to claim that
Buddhism in the Edo period was spiritually dead and became little more than an arm of the
bureauracy in a debauched society (Pruning the Bodhi Tree?). However, the beautiful Zen art
produced in the Edo period has led others to claim that Buddhism was flourishing spiritually, but in
a way that is not, perhaps cannot, be expressed in textual sources (the Art of Zen). In any case,
Buddhist monks and even apocryphal figures were routinely parodied and ridiculed in Edo cultural
works such as this print comparing the Zen figure Bodhidharma to a prostitute. This shows that
there was some contemporary cultural tension with Buddhism at least as an institution, a tension
that Ritsuo would have been aware of and may even have been acknowledging here while at the
same time expressing his personal Buddhist faith.
10. The depiction of the temple gong with votive papers appears at first sight to be an image taken
straight from active temple life. However, for papers to fall on a gong in this way it would have to
be taken from its stand and left unused. The gong appears aged and worn, which makes it similar
to a Ritsuo netsuke studied by Christine. Like the netsuke, there is a sense of surprise as you lift
the object at how light it is, in spite of its metallic appearance. This dissonance between the
appearance of the object and its feel in the hands seems to further undermine the past splendour of
the gong. Lacquer is a very sturdy material, and will outlast most other materials with little damage
from moisture. However, it cannot be polished like bronze. This gong will never shine, and it will
never ring. Its agedness is permanent, its essential emptiness given away by its lack of physical
weight. It could be taken as a poignant reminder of the fact that all things will age and die, a fact
that 85-year-old Ritsuo would have been very aware of when he made this object.
A spider lurking inside the lid adds to the sense that the gong is disused, while at the same time
adding a humorous, personal element. The spider is alive, while the gong lies aged and unused.
Perhaps the viewer is tempted to identify with the spider, as a poetic comment about being a 'small
man'. I particularly like the idea that the small man sits inside the temple gong even as it lies
unused in a spiritually stagnant institution.
11. Michael Tomkinson
• ‘[Ritsuo] is one of the epoch-making
geniuses of Japan, whose authentic
handiwork serve as standards, and form
the land-marks for collection.’
• 'In the use of lacquer Japan stands alone.
Not merely is the art she has evolved for its
decoration unique and supreme, beyond
imitation and without rival, but the
technical mastery of the material has
been perfected beyond the possibility of
improvement... The prodigal invention and
superb mastery displayed in the designs
would appal a Western draughtsman, were
they executed in ordinary pigment on
paper; but... the result is so amazing, that
you can readily forgive any exaggeration of
praise in which enthusiasts may indulge...'
(Emphasis added)
Before being purchased by the V&A Museum, the box was in the collection of Michael Tomkinson.
His collection is described in a book published in 1898, but my box is not listed, which may mean
that he purchased it after the publication of this book. However, the book is an interesting source
of information on his own opinions on lacquer. He described Ritsuo as epoch-making, so this
writing box may have been one of the more treasured objects in his collection. The section on
lacquer opens with the quote below. Although the quote is long, there are a couple of points I want
to highlight as they are key issues in my study of British tastes in Japanese lacquer in the 19th
century, which unfortunately I don’t have time to go into detail about. Technical mastery was
prized in lacquer partly because the material reveals the work required to make it so readily in its
texture, shine and inlaid details. The comparison to paper highlights this interest in lacquer as a
unique material.
12. More Tomkinson
quotes
• 'It is far more reasonable to look
forward to another great sculptor
than ... a future Ritsuo... it would
seem that the conditions which
permitted the leisurely
preparation of these
masterpieces are never likely to
recur...’
• ‘...it must not be forgotten that as a
rule the most superb pieces of
lacquer were intended for actual
use, and well fitted for active
service...'
Tomkinson and other collectors also prized lacquer because it was seen as a dying art form from a
lost time and a mystical, foreign land, as can be seen in the top quote. The quote below is an
example of Tomkinson’s love for Japanese design objects as things that were intended for actual
use, to add beauty to everyday life. Since the box in question shows signs of use on the inkstone, I
assume that this contributed to its appeal to Tomkinson.