Auspicious Animals: The Art of Good Omens
350 pages, 10x7’’
The world of mythical creatures born from human imagination is presented in this beautiful collection of artworks that symbolize good luck. Many imaginary animals that are believed to be auspicious symbols of good fortune originated in ancient China. The most famous examples are the Big Four : the Winged Dragon, the Chinese Phoenix, Qilin and the Spirit Turtle. There are many more featured in this book, however, not only from China, but also from Japan and other regions around the world.....showcases illustrated artworks, along with sculptures and applied arts, that represent good omens.
The collection, totaling around 240 pieces, is accompanied by rich, enjoyable text. This gorgeous edition makes a great gift or reference for any art lover.
Chapter One introduces the auspicious animals that originated from China, showcasing around 30 animals with explanations
.Chapter Two presents another 30 animals that evolved in Japan.
Chapter Three focuses on 10 rare animals from around the world, including India, Australia, The Netherlands, along with China during the Qing Dynasty and Vietnam under the Han Dynasty. Besides Albino animals, some animals from this chapter are common nowadays, but they were rare to the people in 17-19th centuries Japan.
Readers can also enjoy artworks from the Kano school, the Rinpa school, and artists such as ItM Jakuchk and Kawanabe KyMsai.1. Fully bilingual text .
No other book on the market offers such deep insight and vast collection on this subject. Written in a simple, enjoyable and approachable way that avoids academic jargon to appeal to a large audience. Gold laminated title on the cover adds extra value to the book, making it shine and stand out on your bookshelf. AND it Includes many artworks from notable schools of Japanese art, making this book a great reference book of Japanese art.
350 pages, 10x7’’
The world of mythical creatures born from human imagination is presented in this beautiful collection of artworks that symbolize good luck. Many imaginary animals that are believed to be auspicious symbols of good fortune originated in ancient China. The most famous examples are the Big Four : the Winged Dragon, the Chinese Phoenix, Qilin and the Spirit Turtle. There are many more featured in this book, however, not only from China, but also from Japan and other regions around the world.....showcases illustrated artworks, along with sculptures and applied arts, that represent good omens.
The collection, totaling around 240 pieces, is accompanied by rich, enjoyable text. This gorgeous edition makes a great gift or reference for any art lover.
Chapter One introduces the auspicious animals that originated from China, showcasing around 30 animals with explanations
.Chapter Two presents another 30 animals that evolved in Japan.
Chapter Three focuses on 10 rare animals from around the world, including India, Australia, The Netherlands, along with China during the Qing Dynasty and Vietnam under the Han Dynasty. Besides Albino animals, some animals from this chapter are common nowadays, but they were rare to the people in 17-19th centuries Japan.
Readers can also enjoy artworks from the Kano school, the Rinpa school, and artists such as ItM Jakuchk and Kawanabe KyMsai.1. Fully bilingual text .
No other book on the market offers such deep insight and vast collection on this subject. Written in a simple, enjoyable and approachable way that avoids academic jargon to appeal to a large audience. Gold laminated title on the cover adds extra value to the book, making it shine and stand out on your bookshelf. AND it Includes many artworks from notable schools of Japanese art, making this book a great reference book of Japanese art.
350 pages, 10x7’’
The world of mythical creatures born from human imagination is presented in this beautiful collection of artworks that symbolize good luck. Many imaginary animals that are believed to be auspicious symbols of good fortune originated in ancient China. The most famous examples are the Big Four : the Winged Dragon, the Chinese Phoenix, Qilin and the Spirit Turtle. There are many more featured in this book, however, not only from China, but also from Japan and other regions around the world.....showcases illustrated artworks, along with sculptures and applied arts, that represent good omens.
The collection, totaling around 240 pieces, is accompanied by rich, enjoyable text. This gorgeous edition makes a great gift or reference for any art lover.
Chapter One introduces the auspicious animals that originated from China, showcasing around 30 animals with explanations
.Chapter Two presents another 30 animals that evolved in Japan.
Chapter Three focuses on 10 rare animals from around the world, including India, Australia, The Netherlands, along with China during the Qing Dynasty and Vietnam under the Han Dynasty. Besides Albino animals, some animals from this chapter are common nowadays, but they were rare to the people in 17-19th centuries Japan.
Readers can also enjoy artworks from the Kano school, the Rinpa school, and artists such as ItM Jakuchk and Kawanabe KyMsai.1. Fully bilingual text .
No other book on the market offers such deep insight and vast collection on this subject. Written in a simple, enjoyable and approachable way that avoids academic jargon to appeal to a large audience. Gold laminated title on the cover adds extra value to the book, making it shine and stand out on your bookshelf. AND it Includes many artworks from notable schools of Japanese art, making this book a great reference book of Japanese art.
