Sumi-e ink painting is a uniquely Eastern form of painting that originated and developed in China in the 9th century. This book introduces five centuries of ink wash painting through these works, exploring the distinctive qualities of Japanese ink wash painting and considering the role it has played in the history of art in Japan and its significance in the history of Japanese culture.
| ISBN | 9784756260024 |
| Format | Trade Paperback |
| Language | English |
| Book Title | Sumi-E |
| Author | Nobuyoshi Hamada |
| Genre | Art |
| Item Length | 8.3 in |
| Item Weight | 15.9 Oz |
| Item Width | 5.8 in |
| Number Of Pages | 216 Pages |
Sumi-e ink painting is a uniquely Eastern form of painting that originated and developed in China in the 9th century. This book introduces five centuries of ink wash painting through these works, exploring the distinctive qualities of Japanese ink wash painting and considering the role it has played in the history of art in Japan and its significance in the history of Japanese culture.