Animal, Bird, Insect, Fish: Traditional Patterns in Japanese Design Christopher Dewees and explains the particular qualities

and explains the particular qualities that make Hiroshige such an essential artist

Piercy interweaves personal reflection and cultural commentary

MarchAdditional Condition Info: Please refer to pictures for overall condition

containing some light stains

Publisher: Weatherhill

Animal, Bird, Insect, Fish: Traditional Patterns in Japanese Design Christopher Dewees and explains the particular qualitiesAs the fourth title of the "Traditional Patterns in Japanese Design" series on "Wave, Cloud, Pine", "Flower, Bird" and "Women," this book shows other popular motifs, which are animals, birds, insects, fishes. Along those existing animals tigers, bears, deer, dogs, cats, sheep, pigeons, butterflies, carps and some more, imaginary beasts like dragons are presented as well. Featured works dated from the 15th century to the present are included.