Skip to product information
1 of 13

Modern Japanese Prints: An Art Reborn

Modern Japanese Prints: An Art Reborn

Regular price $24.99 USD
Regular price Sale price $24.99 USD
Sale Sold out
Shipping calculated at checkout.
Condition: Very Good

Condition Notes: Cover contains minor shelf wear. Pages and binding in great shape.

Author(s): Oliver Statler

Print: 1st Print

Publication year: 1956

Binding: Hardcover

Language: En

Publisher: Charles E. Tuttle Company

A landmark study of modern Japanese printmaking, Modern Japanese Prints: An Art Reborn documents the emergence and development of the 20th-century “creative print” movement in Japan. The book examines a shift away from traditional ukiyo-e production—where artists, carvers, and printers worked separately—toward a modern approach in which a single artist controls the entire process of design, carving, and printing.

Statler traces the history and evolution of this movement, focusing on its artistic ideals, struggles for recognition, and growing international influence. The work includes discussions of numerous key artists associated with the movement and provides insight into how Japanese printmakers blended traditional techniques with modern artistic expression.

The volume is well illustrated, typically featuring color and black-and-white plates of prints, and serves as both an art historical study and a visual survey of modern Japanese printmaking.

Widely regarded as an important early reference on the subject, the book helped introduce Western audiences to contemporary Japanese print artists and contributed to renewed international interest in the medium.

Shipping & Returns

Shipping costs are calculated based on the weight of the item and the delivery location. We ship via Media Mail or Ground Advantage through USPS.

Shop with Confidence!
We stand by the quality of our books. If for any reason you’re unsatisfied with your purchase, we offer a 100% full refund along with free return shipping.

View full details
  • Like New

    This book is in excellent condition and appears to have been read only once. The pages are clean and unmarked, with no creases or stains. The binding remains firm and tight. There may be minimal signs of shelf wear on the cover or dust jacket, but overall, the book looks and feels nearly new.

  • Very Good

    This book has been read but remains in great condition. It does not look new, yet there is no obvious damage to the cover. Wear and tear are minimal. The pages are clean, free of highlighting or notes, though it may contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.

  • Good

    This book shows moderate to heavy signs of wear that can include creases, stains or tears. The cover may have minimal damage, and the binding remains intact with slight wear. The majority of pages are undamaged, though there may be some highlighting, underlining, or notes. It may also contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.

  • Acceptable

    This book shows significant wear, which may include tears, large stains, creases, loose pages, and heavy notes, underlining, or highlighting. The binding may be loose but remains intact. While it has noticeable imperfections, it is still a complete and readable copy. Any major defects will be clearly noted in the listing.

  • As Is

    This book is visibly worn and may be heavily soiled, scuffed, stained, or spotted. It may have loose joints, hinges, or pages, and some text or pages may be missing. Large tears and other significant defects may be present. While still a readable copy, it shows substantial signs of use. Any major flaws will be clearly noted in the listing.

  • Dust Jacket Grading

    (A) Excellent
    The dust jacket is in excellent condition, may show the slightest signs of shelf wear, if any.

    (B) Good
    Shows minor shelf wear, usually along edges and may have a few light stains.

    (C) Fair
    Displays moderate shelf wear, including some noticeable small tears, creasing and/or stains.

    (D) Poor
    Contains large tears, several creases, and/or heavy staining.

    (F) As Is
    Shows significant wear and tear. Majority of dust jacket is torn or missing. May contain heavy staining.