Discover the transformative journey of Japanese art from 1945 to 1989 in this essential paperback anthology. “Postwar to Postmodern: Japanese Art 1945–1989” presents a curated collection of primary documents, offering unprecedented insight into Japan’s avant-garde movements through manifestos, critical essays, and rare translated texts. Perfect for art historians and enthusiasts alike, this volume illuminates the creative explosion that redefined photography, performance, architecture, and multimedia art in postwar Japan.
### Key Features
* Features 440 pages of seminal writings by artists and critics, many translated into English for the first time
* Includes 114 illustrations showcasing groundbreaking works from Gutai, Hi Red Center, and other influential collectives
* Chronological organization highlights key movements like 1980s video art and the PROVOKE photography era
* Contextual essays by contemporary scholars provide modern perspectives on historical documents
* Part of MoMA’s acclaimed Primary Documents series for global art research
### Specifications
Pages: 440
Illustrations: 114
Format: Paperback
Publisher: The Museum of Modern Art
Series: MoMA Primary Documents
### Ideal For
* Art history students exploring non-Western avant-garde movements
* Researchers seeking primary sources on Japan’s postwar cultural renaissance
* Collectors building a library of influential 20th-century art documentation
