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PublisherYale University Press
ISBN-100300215770
ISBN-139780300215779
eBay Product ID (ePID)217098525
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Book TitleKamakura : Realism and Spirituality in the Sculpture of Japan
Number of Pages192 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicSculpture & Installation, Asian / General, Asia / Japan, Subjects & Themes / Religious, History / General
Publication Year2016
IllustratorYes
GenreArt, History
AuthorIve Covaci
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.1 in
Item Weight49.9 Oz
Item Length1.2 in
Item Width0.9 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2015-941172
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal730.952/0747471
SynopsisThe Kamakura period (1185-1333) is considered a pinnacle of Japanese artistic expression, often described as a renaissance in Buddhist art. This catalogue is the first in over two decades to examine the exquisite sculpture of this period, artwork characterized by an intense corporeal presence, naturalistic proportions, a sense of movement, realistic drapery, and lifelike facial expressions animated by eyes made of inlaid crystal. The sculptures played an important role in the practice of Buddhism during these years, as the vivid representations facilitated an immediate communion between deity and worshipper. The custom of placing sacred relics, texts, and even miniature icons into the sculptures' hollow interiors further enlivened the works and invested them with spiritual significance. Essays by noted scholars explore the sculptures' arresting exteriors and powerful interiors, examining the technical and stylistic innovations that made them possible, and offering new context for their ritual and devotional uses. They demonstrate that the physical beauty and technical brilliance of Kamakura statues are profoundly associated with their spiritual dimension and devotional functions. Published in association with Asia Society Exhibition Schedule: Asia Society Museum, New York (02/09/16-05/08/16), The Kamakura period (1185-1333) is considered a pinnacle of Japanese artistic expression, often described as a renaissance in Buddhist art. This catalogue is the first in over two decades to examine the exquisite sculpture of this period, artwork characterized by an intense corporeal presence, naturalistic proportions, a sense of movement, realistic drapery, and lifelike facial expressions animated by eyes made of inlaid crystal. The sculptures played an important role in the practice of Buddhism during these years, as the vivid representations facilitated an immediate communion between deity and worshipper. The custom of placing sacred relics, texts, and even miniature icons into the sculptures' hollow interiors further enlivened the works and invested them with spiritual significance. Essays by noted scholars explore the sculptures' arresting exteriors and powerful interiors, examining the technical and stylistic innovations that made them possible, and offering new context for their ritual and devotional uses. They demonstrate that the physical beauty and technical brilliance of Kamakura statues are profoundly associated with their spiritual dimension and devotional functions.
LC Classification NumberNB1053.4
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