Japanese No Masks: With 300 Illustrations of Authentic Historical Examples (Dover Fine Art, History of Art) - Softcover

Book 79 of 166: Dover Fine Art, History of Art

Perzynski, Friedrich

 
9780486440149: Japanese No Masks: With 300 Illustrations of Authentic Historical Examples (Dover Fine Art, History of Art)

Synopsis

New, information-packed introduction and extensive captions accompany more than 120 full-page plates of magnificent, elaborately carved, museum-quality masks worn by actors playing gods, warriors, beautiful women, feudal lords, and supernatural beings. A unique introduction to classic Japanese theater for westerners and an excellent reference for students, scholars, and enthusiasts of No drama. Captions.

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