Hiroshige's Japan

On the Trail of the Great Woodblock Print Master - A Modern-Day Artist's Journey on the Old Tokaido Road

Autori

• Philippe Delord

Parametri

• 160 pagine
• 6 ore di lettura

• Arte / Cultura
• Mappe e viaggi
• Storia
• Storia del mondo

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The narrative explores the legendary Tokaido Road, once the main route between Tokyo and Kyoto, through the lens of Hiroshige's iconic woodblock prints. French artist Philippe Delord embarks on a journey to locate the original scenes depicted in Hiroshige's work, using only a moped and his artistic tools. This blend of travelogue and art showcases both the historical significance and the dramatic changes in Japan's landscape, providing readers with a humorous and insightful exploration of the country's past and present.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2025

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