Kingyo: The Artistry of the Japanese Goldfish

by Kanoko Okamoto, Kazuya Takaoka, Sachiko Kuru

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DISCOVER THE CULT OF THE GOLDFISH THROUGH JAPANESE ART, DESIGN AND LITERATURE Goldfish were originally brought to Japan from China in 1502, to be raised exclusively by aristocrats as highly prized pets. In the 1800s, however, they became popular among the general public, and ultimately a unique culture of breeders, collectors, and connoisseurs came into being. Packed with photographs, Kingyo: The Artistry of Japanese Goldfish offers a delightful visual...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:4770023030

ISBN13:9784770023032

Release Date:September 2004

Publisher:Kodansha

Length:390 Pages

Weight:2.20 lbs.

Dimensions:1.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"

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