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Japanese Treasures: The Art of Netsuke Carving in the Toledo Museum of Art (Paperback)

by Carolyn M. Putney (Author) "Japanese artists cleverly invented the miniature sculptures known as netsuke to serve a very practical function..." (more)
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Book Description
The Toledo Museum of Art has an outstanding collection of more than 250 netsuke. Fifty examples are highlighted. Chapter One relates the history of netsuke. Chapter Two illustrates the most popular types using additional examples in the collection. Chapter Three explores materials, some information about the carvers, and techniques. Selected bibliography. Index.

About the Author
Carolyn M. Putney is Curator of Asian Art at the Toledo Museum of Art.

Product Details
  • Paperback: 48 pages
  • Publisher: Toledo Museum of Art (April 1, 2000)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0935172084
  • ISBN-13: 978-0935172089
  • Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 8.3 x 0.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #766,342 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)
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