Yokai Ghosts: By the Great Masters of Japanese Woodblock Printing by Philippe Ch
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Yokai Ghosts: By the Great Masters of Japanese Woodblock Printing by Philippe Ch. Yokai ghosts are a significant aspect of Japanese culture. This unique book includes 150 striking images by Hokusai, Hiroshige, Utamaro and others, that capture the essence of yokai folklore with stunning detail and evocative imagery. Yokai Ghosts by Philippe Charlier Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Hardcover Condition Brand New Description Discover the wonderfully eerie supernatural beings of Japanese lore in this magnificent hardcover edition which features an elegant silk coating as well as coloured edges and closing straps. Yokai ghosts are a significant aspect of Japanese culture. In turns terrifying, playful and mischievous, they can take the form of malevolent spirits, seeking a place in the afterlife, or shapeshifters tricking humans with wisdom and sometimes cruelty. This unique book includes 150 striking images by Hokusai, Hiroshige, Utamaro and others, that capture the essence of yokai folklore with stunning detail and evocative imagery. Filled with colored reproductions, each of the book's chapters focuses on a specific spirit or type. There's the specter of Oiwa, her face distorted by poison, as depicted by Hokusai; Toyohara Kunichika's haunting interpretation of Okiku, a tragic ghost with a tale of betrayal and revenge; and Yoshitoshi's dramatic image of a samurai bravely confronting a hideous ghost. Throughout the book, readers will discover how the intricate details of woodblock prints allowed artists to exaggerate features and create dramatic effects that enhanced the portrayal of yokai. These prints also reveal aspects of daily life, folklore, and spiritual beliefs of the period, offering a window into Japan's history and pointing to the origins of manga, horror films, and literature. Fans of Japanese folklore, supernatural art, and anime enthusiasts alike will delight in this beautiful edition that features a special Japanese binding, coloured edges and closing straps. AUTHOR: Philippe Charlier is a forensic doctor, archaeologist, and anthropologist. A senior lecturer and medical practitioner, he heads the Anthropology, Archaeology and Biology Laboratory at the UVSQ, University of Paris-Saclay. Charlier specializes in rituals surrounding illness and death, and has written over thirty books on funerary anthropology, ghosts, zombies, and vampires. SELLING POINTS: . Perfect for those interested in Japanese culture and spirituality. . Exciting content: A beautiful coffee-table book to focus exclusively on representations of yokai ghosts in Japanese prints and paintings. . Beautifully illustrated with 150 striking images, revealing the most terrifying Japanese ghost stories. . Influential artists: features the most famous Japanese including Hokusai, Hiroshige, Kuniyoshi, Kyosai, Utamaro, and Yoshitoshi. 150 colour illustrations Details ISBN 3791377833 ISBN-13 9783791377834 Title Yokai Ghosts Author Philippe Charlier Format Hardcover Year 2025 Pages 192 Publisher Prestel GEItemID:170283810; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys
