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The article discusses the book "Imagery of the Orchid Pavilion Gathering: Visualizing Tokugawa Cultural Networks" by Kazuko Kameda-Madar. The book explores the visual representations of the Orchid Pavilion Gathering, an event in ancient China, and its influence on Edo-period art in Japan. The author examines the different schools of painting and important artists of the time, demonstrating the popularity of the Orchid Pavilion motif throughout the Edo period. The book includes numerous color illustrations and provides detailed descriptions of the artworks. While the book is comprehensive and well-researched, it may be more suitable for readers with prior knowledge of Japanese cultural history and painting. [Extracted from the article] |
