Japanese Print: Historical Guide

by Hugo Munsterberg

An introduction to Japanese prints for students and beginning collectors. Both a history and a guide, it covers the art from early Buddhist prints of the mediaeval period up to the present. In addition, it offers a chapter on the collection and care of Japanese prints, a glossary and bibliography.

Genres: Japan, Nonfiction, Art

232 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1982

About the author

1916 - 1995

Art professor, not to be confused with Hugo Münsterberg, psychologist.

Reviews

[Wulfae · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very approachable guide to Japanese prints. I really enjoyed the chapter that showed the carving of the wood blocks.