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title: "Japan Awakens: Woodblock Prints of the Meiji Period 1868-1912"
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# curated art from Art Gallery of Greater Victoria 109 authentic Meiji woodblock prints 1868-1912 historical span Japan Awakens: Woodblock Prints of the Meiji Period 1868-1912

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## Summary

> 🎎 Unlock Japan’s Meiji metamorphosis—where art tells history’s boldest story!

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- **What is this?** Japan Awakens: Woodblock Prints of the Meiji Period 1868-1912
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## Key Features

- • **Art Meets History:** Explore the fusion of Eastern tradition and Western modernization through stunning visuals.
- • **Collector’s Gem:** A rare used edition in good condition—perfect for art lovers and history buffs alike.
- • **FOMO-Worthy Rarity:** Join the exclusive circle appreciating one of the most dynamic eras in Japanese art and society.
- • **Visual Time Capsule:** Dive into 109 vivid woodblock prints capturing Japan’s radical Meiji transformation.
- • **Curated Cultural Insight:** Expert commentary by curator Barry Till enriches every page with historical depth.

## Overview

Japan Awakens showcases 109 exquisite woodblock prints from the Meiji period (1868-1912), illustrating Japan’s rapid modernization and cultural fusion. Featuring expert analysis by curator Barry Till and sourced from the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria, this used book in good condition is a must-have for enthusiasts of Japanese art, history, and transformative societal narratives.

## Description

The Meiji period's short span of forty-five years marked an astonishing metamorphosis from primitive feudal state to modern industrial and military power in Japan. The nation's policy of isolationism, sakoku (closed country), initiated in 1639, was abruptly challenged in 1853 when Commodore Matthew C. Perry sailed into Tokyo Bay with four awe-inspiring iron vessels known as "black ships." Faced with superior military technology, the Japanese were compelled to sign trade treaties with the United States and other Western countries. Soon, after some bloodshed, the final shogunate dictatorship, the Tokugawa, gave way to the sovereignty of the emperor and a restoration movement that worked hard to shape the new Japan by amalgamating Eastern and Western ideas. Emperor Meiji would ultimately become the symbol of a modernized Japan, and his reign--known as Meiji, "enlightened rule"--would represent one of the most remarkable periods in modern world history. The woodblock printing of the Meiji period was one of the most popular means of conveying the changes taking place in Japanese society. The 109 prints featured in this book, all from the collection of the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria, reflect the dramatic changes taking place in Meiji-period society. Subjects range from personal appearance and fashion to architecture and transportation. Selected prints also record the history of the time: the national push toward "civilization and enlightenment," the wars with China and Russia. Colorful, innovative, and well executed, the prints are both charming and narrative. Incisive text by curator Barry Till provides a fascinating historical overview and an enlightening discussion of the prints and artists of the period, making Japan Awakens a must for anyone interested in Japanese culture.

## Features

- Used Book in Good Condition

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
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| Best Sellers Rank | #3,863,838 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #14,259 in Arts & Photography Criticism |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 11 Reviews |

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