Art and Palace Politics in Early Modern Japan, 1580s-1680s
Author | : Elizabeth Lillehoj |
Publisher | : BRILL |
Total Pages | : 297 |
Release | : 2011-09-09 |
ISBN-10 | : 9789004206120 |
ISBN-13 | : 9004206124 |
Rating | : 4/5 (124 Downloads) |
Download or read book Art and Palace Politics in Early Modern Japan, 1580s-1680s written by Elizabeth Lillehoj and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2011-09-09 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Magnificent art and architecture created for the emperor with the financial support of powerful warlords at the beginning of Japan’s early modern era (1580s-1680s) testify to the continued cultural and ideological significance of the imperial family. Works created in this context are discussed in this groundbreaking study, with over 100 illustrations in color.