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The History of Japanese Picture Books: From Einga-kyo to the Family of Fourteen (L5 POSSIBILITY ROOM)

Yuko Takesako (Vice Director, Chihiro Art Museum, Azumino)

The history of Japanese picture books can be traced back to the 8th century, when picture scrolls were hand-painted. In this session, Yuko Takesako will show, using images from the Chihiro Art Museum collection, how picture books evolved through the era until the present.

Part of Writers & Illustrators Conference (see session details),
Country of Focus: Japan (see session details)