Revised Brush Santaicho 2010 Japan Calligraphy Brush Writing Technique Tankobon
by Kariita Kenzan
$66 · Offered by eBay
Revised Brush Santaicho 2010 Japan Calligraphy Brush Writing Technique Tankobon Key Features ✔ Discover the Revised Brush Santaicho 2010 Japan Calligraphy Brush Writing Technique Tankobon, a comprehensive guide to traditional Japanese calligraphy. This meticulously crafted book features detailed instructions on brush techniques for Kanji characters, including standard, personal name, and variant forms. It covers the essential styles of calligraphy—Kaisho (block script), Gyosho (semi-cursive), and Sosho (cursive)—with clear explanations and illustrative examples suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners. The book also includes insights into character structure, brushwork, and the application of calligraphy in various contexts, making it an invaluable resource for students, artists, and calligraphy enthusiasts. ✔ Key features include a thorough table of contents with over 200 pages of content, covering the addition of 196 characters in the 2010 revision, and detailed explanations of character forms, brush techniques, and style characteristics. The author, Kenzan Karita (1904–1993), was a renowned calligraphy expert, professor at Osaka University of Education, and president of the Japan Calligraphy Skills Certification Association, ensuring authoritative guidance. ✔ Item Specifics: ✔ - Includes 2136 Kanji characters in Kaisho, Gyosho, and Sosho styles ✔ - Explains character structure and brush techniques ✔ - Features detailed style characteristics and application
- Year: 2010
- Condition: Fine
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