Books of Tale of Artisans Vol.4 “Yosoou”
Ginza Tsutaya Bookstore recommend books to you from Shiba Park Hotel Exhibition “Tale of Artisan.”
Ginza Tsutaya Bookstore recommend books to you from Shiba Park Hotel Exhibition “Tale of Artisan.”
Publisher: Abe Publishing
2,750JPY
This book introduces a wide range of Bizen ware, from the masters to popular contemporary artists, and includes a beginner’s guide to the history of Bizen ware, a lineage chart of major artists, a glossary of terms, museums where Bizen ware can be viewed, and prices of works by popular artists. It is ideal as an introductory book.
Author: Beretta
Publisher: Raichosha
1,650JPY
This introduces various aspects of Japanese culture that you can actually experience around Tokyo, such as cloisonne ware, Edo dyeing, and Edo-kiriko. The book comes with English translations, so it can be enjoyed by guests from other countries as well. We hope that through this book, you will experience Japanese culture and feel its splendor firsthand.
Author: Michiko Takahashi
Publisher: gensyu publishing
3,300JPY
This is a guide to cloisonne enamel making by a leading contemporary cloisonne enamel artist who boasts 50 years of experience and achievement in the field. The history and techniques of cloisonne enamel ware are explained in great detail and are easy to understand even for beginners. The photographs in the book are beautiful and the contents are satisfactory for both beginners and experts.
Publisher: ME NO ME
1,320JPY
During the Meiji period (1868-1912), Japanese cloisonne enamel ware gained popularity overseas as an export craft, and was highly prized both in Japan and abroad, including being presented to the Imperial Household. Two of the finest craftsmen in Japan, Yasuyuki Namikawa of Kyoto and Sosuke Namikawa of Tokyo, are considered to be the best of the best. The special feature in this issue introduces the works of these two craftsmen and Owari cloisonne enamel ware, the foundation of modern cloisonne enamel ware.
Editor: Kazu Yamada
Publisher: HEIBONSHA
2,750JPY
Through the home cooking explored by Kitaoji Rosanjin, a giant of food, and his self-taught creations, you can learn about Rosanjin’s cooking philosophy and aesthetic sense. Each of the dishes in the book, including Bizen, Seto, and Ko-Kutani, are beautiful and can be enjoyed even if you have no knowledge of ceramics.
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