Embark on a journey through 335 years of British royal engagement with Japan, spanning from 1603 to approximately 1937. This captivating publication explores the profound influence of exquisite decorative arts on direct diplomatic relations and cultural exchanges between the two nations.
At its core is the theme of princely contact, highlighted by royal tours and the exchange of personal gifts, which reached its pinnacle during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Featuring groundbreaking research, this catalogue unveils previously unpublished works including lacquer, armour, embroidery, and metalwork. Each piece showcases the exceptional craftsmanship and cultural significance rooted in centuries of Japanese-British relations.
Rachel Peat, Assistant Curator for Non-European Works of Art at Royal Collection Trust, provides expert insights into the historical context and artistic traditions that define these treasures.
Explore the beauty and historical narrative of this enduring cultural exchange through 300 stunning colour illustrations that bring these exquisite works to life.
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https://www.royalcollectionshop.co.uk/gifts/japan-courts-and-culture.html3736Japan: Courts and Culturehttps://www.royalcollectionshop.co.uk/media/catalog/product/1/0/102285.jpg2525GBPInStock/Books/Royal Collection Publications/Christmas/Gifting/Gifts for Book Lovers/Books/Gifts/Gifts By Price/Gifts Under £30/Gifts/Gifts By Price/Gifts/Gifts By Price/Gifts Under £50503750496755775757<p>Embark on a journey through 335 years of British royal engagement with Japan, spanning from 1603 to approximately 1937. This captivating publication explores the profound influence of exquisite decorative arts on direct diplomatic relations and cultural exchanges between the two nations.</p>
<p>At its core is the theme of princely contact, highlighted by royal tours and the exchange of personal gifts, which reached its pinnacle during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Featuring groundbreaking research, this catalogue unveils previously unpublished works including lacquer, armour, embroidery, and metalwork. Each piece showcases the exceptional craftsmanship and cultural significance rooted in centuries of Japanese-British relations.</p>
<p>Rachel Peat, Assistant Curator for Non-European Works of Art at Royal Collection Trust, provides expert insights into the historical context and artistic traditions that define these treasures.</p>
<p>Explore the beauty and historical narrative of this enduring cultural exchange through 300 stunning colour illustrations that bring these exquisite works to life.</p>
<p>320 pages.</p>
<p>Hardback.</p>
<p>27 x 23 cm.</p>
<p>ISBN 978 1 909741 68 3</p> <div data-content-type="html" data-appearance="default" data-element="main"><p>Embark on a journey through 335 years of British royal engagement with Japan, spanning from 1603 to approximately 1937. This captivating publication explores the profound influence of exquisite decorative arts on direct diplomatic relations and cultural exchanges between the two nations.</p>
<p>At its core is the theme of princely contact, highlighted by royal tours and the exchange of personal gifts, which reached its pinnacle during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Featuring groundbreaking research, this catalogue unveils previously unpublished works including lacquer, armour, embroidery, and metalwork. Each piece showcases the exceptional craftsmanship and cultural significance rooted in centuries of Japanese-British relations.</p>
<p>Rachel Peat, Assistant Curator for Non-European Works of Art at Royal Collection Trust, provides expert insights into the historical context and artistic traditions that define these treasures.</p>
<p>Explore the beauty and historical narrative of this enduring cultural exchange through 300 stunning colour illustrations that bring these exquisite works to life.</p>
<p>320 pages.</p>
<p>Hardback.</p>
<p>27 x 23 cm.</p>
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