Japanese Art of Extraordinary Beings: A Genealogy of Dark Fantasy (in Ukiyo-e and More)
by Shoko Haruki
This book presents a genealogy of dark fantasy in Japanese ukiyo-e and more, focusing on extraordinary beings that populate traditional art. It explores the artistic traditions and cultural depths behind these mythical figures, revealing the interplay of imagination and history in visual storytelling.
About This Book
The Japanese Art of Extraordinary Beings traces a genealogy of dark fantasy within the ukiyo-e tradition and related forms. It examines how artists depicted mythical and otherworldly figures that evoke mystery and the supernatural.
Through detailed analysis, the book highlights the cultural and artistic significance of these extraordinary beings in Japanese visual history. It connects traditional woodblock prints to broader themes of fantasy and the uncanny.
Author Shoko Haruki provides insights into the evolution of these motifs, offering a scholarly yet accessible exploration of dark fantasy in art.
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