Hokuei: Master of Osaka Kabuki Prints by John Fiorillo Hardcover Book

Description: Hokuei by John Fiorillo The ultimate publication on Hokuei, the master of Osaka ukiyo-e printmakers and one of the most intriguing artists ever in kabuki-actor prints.Hokuei: Masterpieces of Japanese Actor Prints profiles one of the most intriguing artists ever in kabuki-actor design: Shunbaisai Hokuei (active 1828-1836). A culminating figure in Osaka printmaking, Hokuei produced more masterworks than any other artist of his day. The prints, all shown in color, are largely drawn from the most extensive collection of Hokueis works to be found anywhere. The book presents two chapters on the artists life and work, situating his oeuvre within the demimonde of pleasure and entertainment known as the Floating World (Ukiyo). An early chapter discusses the production of Japanese prints and leads into a central section highlighting fifty-six meticulously researched masterworks in remarkable condition. The world of kabuki comes alive in fascinating detail, while assessments of design and technical attributes bring into focus the achievements of Hokuei and printmaking artisans of his age. Of particular importance for scholars and collectors, there is a fully illustrated and annotated catalogue raisonné of 270 prints—the artists entire known print oeuvre—including designs not to be found anywhere else. As an added bonus, all Japanese inscriptions are translated into English. Well-illustrated appendices cover essential tabulations of Hokueis prints and their formats, his students, his artist signatures and seals, publishers, carvers, printers, theaters, a glossary, an index, and a bibliography. All-told, the range of comprehensive information featured in this publication make it a singular reference not only for admirers of Hokuei, but also for those interested in the world of actors on stage. FORMAT Hardcover CONDITION Brand New Author Biography John Fiorillo is an independent researcher and writer on traditional and modern Japanese prints, with a particular interest in Kamigata-e ("Osaka prints") and Ssaku Hanga ("Creative prints"). Over time, he came to especially love and admire the actor prints produced in Osaka, a genre often overlooked by collectors and scholars. Mr. Fiorillo has regularly published in the art journal Andon (Society for Japanese Art, Leiden), contributed to the Hotei Encyclopedia of Japanese Woodblock Prints (2005), and designed and written extensive articles for the websites "ViewingJapanesePrints.net" (since 1999) and "OsakaPrints.com" (since 2005). Mr. Fiorillo also serves as a member of the Andon editorial board. Table of Contents Preface Introduction 1. Making Japanese prints 2. Hokuei: Profile 3. Hokuei and the World of Ukiyo-e 4. Hokuei—Selected Highlights 5. Hokuei—Catalogue Raisonné Appendices (A1 to A9) A1: Summary data for the prints of Hokuei A2: Hokueis signatures A3: Hokueis artist seals A4: Publishers of Hokueis prints A5: Carvers & printers of Hokueis prints A6: Theaters in Hokueis prints A7: Glossary A8: Bibliography Index Promotional The ultimate publication on Hokuei, the master of Osaka ukiyo-e printmakers and one of the most intriguing artists ever in kabuki-actor prints. Details ISBN9464781157 Author John Fiorillo Pages 288 Year 2024 ISBN-13 9789464781151 Format Hardcover Place of Publication Gent Country of Publication Belgium Illustrations 150 Illustrations, color Audience General ISBN-10 9464781157 UK Release Date 2024-09-26 Publication Date 2024-09-26 Publisher Ludion Imprint Ludion Subtitle Master of Osaka Kabuki Prints AU Release Date 2024-12-23 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:161431458;

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