Colors in Japanese Art Book The Use of Color in Japan Fine and Decorative Arts – WAFUU JAPAN

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This English edition of the “Japanese Traditional Color Combination Encyclopedia” explores the rich world of color in Japanese art and decorative traditions. The book showcases over 120 color palettes found in artworks from the 16th century to the present, including the vivid reds of traditional kimono, the gentle blues of river landscapes painted with tarashikomi techniques, and the serene hues of woodblock prints. Readers will gain insight not only into how colors are used, but also into the cultural and symbolic significance of color in Japan’s diverse artistic heritage. The book also examines how popular colors have changed over time, the ways color combinations express social and spiritual meanings, and provides an analysis of pigments and dyes. A color chart is included for reference.

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– English translation of a comprehensive Japanese color encyclopedia
– Features over 120 color combinations from Japanese art and design
– Covers works from the 16th century to the present
– Includes a color chart for easy reference
– Analyzes historical changes in color trends and the meaning of color in society and spirituality
– Discusses pigments and dyes used in traditional Japanese art