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Routledge Chushingura and the Floating World - Ukiyo-e Study

Name: Routledge Chushingura and the Floating World - Ukiyo-e Study
Brand: Routledge
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Explore the deep connection between Japanese drama and visual art in Chushingura and the Floating World. This book examines how Kanadehon Chushingura, a staple of bunraku and kabuki theatre, has been portrayed through ukiyo-e prints. By looking at these floating world representations, readers gain a better understanding of how this famous story moved from the stage to the printed page. This study serves as an important resource for those studying the history of Japanese art and the social history of Japan. Whether you are a student of Japanese theatre or an art historian, this text provides a detailed look at the visual culture surrounding one of Japan's most beloved plays. It offers a clear perspective on how art and performance shaped cultural identity during the era of ukiyo-e.

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Examines the relationship between Kanadehon Chushingura theatre plays and ukiyo-e print representations.

Provides a comprehensive study of the floating world art style as it relates to popular bunraku and kabuki stories.

Serves as essential reading for students focused on Japanese theatre and the history of Japanese art.

Offers valuable insights for researchers studying the social history of Japan through visual media.

Part of the Japan Library collection from Routledge, ensuring academic quality for art and history enthusiasts.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: Hardcover
ASIN: 190335000X
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Graphic Arts > Printmaking
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 10 August 2001
Listed Since: 10 February 2007

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