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Episode 421 - In the Eye of the Beholder
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34 minutes
Released:
Jan 14, 2022
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Today, we're discussing the evolution of a unique form of modern Japanese art: shin hanga, or new woodblocks, which attempted to combine Western painting techniques with woodblock printing. They're not as well remembered as old ukiyo-e prints, but say something very interesting about the tension between modernity and tradition in 20th century Japan! Show notes here.
Released:
Jan 14, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
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