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Impressions of Ukiyo-ye, the School of the Japanese Colour-print Artists

Dora Amsden

Impressions of Ukiyo-ye, the School of the Japanese Colour-print Artists

Name: Impressions of Ukiyo-ye, the School of the Japanese Colour-print Artists
Author: Dora Amsden

Dora Amsden

Published in the early 20th century, 'Impressions of Ukiyo-ye' by Dora Amsden explores the impact of Ukiyo-ye, a genre of Japanese woodblock prints, on Japan's cultural exchange with the world. Amsden discusses how these artworks fostered a growing interest in foreign cultures and science among the Japanese populace, ultimately contributing to the Meiji Restoration of 1868. The book highlights the significance of Ukiyo-ye artists in shaping Japan's international consciousness during a transformative period in its history.

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Ukiyo-ye prepared Japan for intercourse with other nations by developing in the common people an interest in other count...