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Japans Modern Divide: The Photographs of Hiroshi Hamaya and Kansuke Yamamoto,New
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In the 1930s the history of Japanese photography evolved in two very different directions: one toward documentary photography, the other favoring an experimental, or avantgarde, approach strongly influenced by Western Surrealism. This book explores these two strains of modern Japanese photography through the work of two remarkable figures: Hiroshi Hamaya and Kansuke Yamamoto.Hiroshi Hamaya (19151999) was born and raised in Tokyo and, after an initial period of creative experimentation, turned his attention to recording traditional life and culture on the coast of the Sea of Japan. In 1940 he began photographing the New Years rituals in a remote village, which was published as Yukiguni (Snow country). He went on to record cultural changes in China, political protests in Japan, and landscapes around the world.Kansuke Yamamoto (19141987) became fascinated by the innovative approaches in art and literature exemplified by such Western artists as Man Ray, Ren Magritte, and Yves Tanguy. He promoted Surrealist and avantgarde ideas in Japan through his poetry, paintings, sculptures, and photographs.Along with essays by the books coeditors, Judith Keller and Amanda Maddox, are essays by Kotaro Iizawa, Ryuichi Kaneko, and Jonathan M. Reynolds, life chronologies, and a selection of poems by Yamamoto translated by John Solt. This book, which features more than one hundred images, accompanies an exhibition of the same name on view at the J. Paul Getty Museum from March 26 to August 25, 2013.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Japan’s Modern Divide'? A: 'Japan’s Modern Divide' explores the evolution of Japanese photography in the 1930s, highlighting two distinct approaches: documentary photography and an avant-garde style influenced by Western Surrealism, through the works of Hiroshi Hamaya and Kansuke Yamamoto.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is coedited by Judith Keller and Amanda Maddox, and includes essays from contributors such as Kotaro Iizawa, Ryuichi Kaneko, and Jonathan M. Reynolds.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Japan’s Modern Divide' contains 224 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a quality feel.
- Q: When was 'Japan’s Modern Divide' published? A: 'Japan’s Modern Divide' was published on April 16, 2013.
- Q: What kind of images are included in the book? A: The book features more than one hundred images that illustrate the works of Hiroshi Hamaya and Kansuke Yamamoto, showcasing their contributions to Japanese photography.
- Q: Is the book in new condition? A: Yes, the item condition is listed as 'New'.
- Q: What themes are addressed in the essays within the book? A: The essays address themes of cultural change, artistic innovation, and the influence of Western art movements on Japanese photography.
- Q: Where can I view the exhibition related to this book? A: The exhibition associated with 'Japan’s Modern Divide' was displayed at the J. Paul Getty Museum from March 26 to August 25, 2013.
- Q: Are there translations of poems by Kansuke Yamamoto in the book? A: Yes, the book includes a selection of poems by Kansuke Yamamoto, translated by John Solt.