Art of China, Korea and Japan

London England: Thames and Hudson, 1967. Paperback. Slight foxing to edge. Familiarity with the art of these three east Asian countries has for too long been considered a field for experts only. Here is a much needed introduction to the art of all three in a prosely illustrated volume that serves three main purposes. First of all it is informative and readable and, like all good introductions, makes one want to inquire further into the subject. (hHere the extensive bibliography provided will be of great help). Secondly, the 259 plates, 51 of which are in colour, mopst enticingly cover the best examples of the art of these countries and are closely related to the text. Their beauty itself needs no introduction. Thirdly, and surprisingly for the first time in one volume, the arts of China, Korea and Japan are treated together, and their close relatedness can bow be easily appreciated. The play of their influences on each other over three and a half thousand years, first China and lately Japan dominating, Korea always keeping a slightly aloof and special place, makes a dramatic and vivid history. Illustrated with 259 Plates, 51 in colour. 285 pp. (We carry a wide selection of titles in The Arts, Theology, History, Politics, Social and Physical Sciences. academic and scholarly books and Modern First Editions ,and all types of Academic Literature.) . Revised. Soft Cover. Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Paperback.