Japanese Enamels: Including Chinese & European

by James Lord Bowes

Bowes, acknowledged authority in the field, was urged by contemporaries in 1886 to publish. This is from a privately publish (of 200) printed in London for limited circulation. As early as 1834, Bowes was an authority on Japanese art and was called "Japanese Bowes," not only for his knowledge, but also for his continuing efforts for the understanding and appreciation of Japanese arts. From the "In this volume he [Bowes] carefully discusses the history, techniques, material, motives and periods of enamel work in Japan and includes examples from China and Europe." Bowes is careful in explaining the distinctions is the different areas of enamels. The Introduction by Bowes (1884) is absolutely charming, sophisticated in composition and careful in detail. The volume has many illustrations and photographs with detailed notes, including 2 color plates of enamels. A detailed Index is of great help. the book is clean, no tears, no marks, BUT some of the pages are rippled, though there is not sign of moisture. The volume remains tight and clean.

Hardcover

First published January 1, 1976