The Ornamental Arts of Japan

"Japanese Decorative Arts" is a lavish collection of illustrations showcasing Japanese fine arts and crafts , published by the French art publisher S. Bing between 1882 and 1883. The author was Siegfried Bing, a French art dealer and collector of Japanese art . This book introduced the beauty and diversity of Japanese decorative art to the West, and had a major impact on the popularity of Japonism.

Overview

• Author: Siegfried Bing
• Publication date: 1882-1883
• Genre: Art print collection, Japanese art
• Contents: Illustrations and explanations covering a wide range of Japanese arts and crafts, including ceramics, lacquerware, metalwork, textiles, and paintings.

Characteristics and influences of the work

"Japanese Decorative Arts" presents carefully selected works from Bing's vast collection of Japanese art with detailed illustrations and detailed commentary. The illustrations were produced using chromolithography (multi-color lithography), the latest technology at the time, and beautifully reproduce the delicate colors and textures of Japanese art and crafts.

This book was a groundbreaking publication that introduced the beauty and diversity of Japanese decorative arts to Europeans for the first time in earnest. It had a major impact, influencing art movements such as Art Nouveau and accelerating the popularity of Japonism.

This book also played a role in raising awareness of the value of Japanese art and crafts and promoting their preservation and research. Even today, "Japanese Decorative Arts" is highly regarded as a valuable resource that conveys the beauty and appeal of Japanese art .