An exquisite tribute to the group of artists who elevated Japanese painting to the level of internationally renowned fine art
The Kano lineage of painters--the most important in Japan--was established in the late 15th century by Kano Masanobu (1434-1530) and continued for more than 400 years, until the early 20th century. Originally limited to successive generations of the Kano family, it soon developed into a school of professional artists. Ink and Gold is the first and most comprehensive book published outside of Japan to address the Kano painters. Lavishly...
An exquisite tribute to the group of artists who elevated Japanese painting to the level of internationally renowned fine art
