The Cultural Monuments of Tibet
The Arts of China, 6th Edition by 
Ten Thousand Things: Module and Mass Production in Chinese Art by 
Art in China by 
China 5000 Years: Innovation and Transformation in the Arts by
Published to accompany an exhibition in New York City from February 1998, arising from collaboration between the Guggenheim Museum and China's Ministry of Culture, this is an exploration of the themes of innovation and transformation during the great eras of Chinese art, from the Neolithic period to the mid-19th century.
Asian Art by
Illuminates the rich history of Asian Art from ancient times to the present Asian Art provides students with an accessible introduction to the history of Asian Art. Students will gain an understanding of the emergence and evolution of Asian art in all its diversity. Using a range of analytical skills, readers will learn to recognize patterns of continuity and change between the arts and cultures of various regions comprising Asia. Images set within their broader cultural and religious backgrounds provides students with important contextual information to understand and decode artworks. MySearchLab is a part of the Neave / Blanchard / Sardar program. Research and writing tools, including access to academic journals, help students explore Asian Art in even greater depth. To provide students with flexibility, students can download the eText to a tablet using the free Pearson eText app. Note: This is the standalone book if you want the book/access card order the ISBN below: 020599685X / 9780205996858 History of Asian Art Plus MySearchLab with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package Package consists of: 0205239927 / 9780205239924 MySearchLab with Pearson eText -- Valuepack Access Card 0205837638 / 9780205837632 History of Asian Art
A Companion to Chinese Art by 
Modern Chinese Artists by 
A History of Contemporary Chinese Art: 1949 to Present by 
Berkshire Dictionary of Chinese Biography by 
History of Japanese Art by 
History of Art in Japan by
History of Art in Japan is a fully illustrated overview of Japanese art, written by one of Japan's most distinguished art historians. This masterful account of the country's exceptional cultural heritage sheds light on how Japan has nurtured distinctive aesthetics, prominent artists, and movements that have achieved global influence and popularity. A leading authority on Japanese art history, Tsuji Nobuo discusses works ranging from the Jōmon period to contemporary art, from earthenware figurines in 13,000 BCE to manga, anime, and modern subcultures. He explains crucial aspects of Japan's many artistic mediums and styles--including paintings, ukiyo-e, ceramics, sculpture, armor, gardens, and architecture--covering thousands of years. Drawing on newly discovered archaeological findings and the latest research, the book examines Japanese art in various contexts, including Buddhist and religious influences, aristocratic and popular aesthetics, and interactions with the world. Generously illustrated with hundreds of full-color images, maps, and figures, History of Art in Japan is an indispensable resource for all those interested in this multifaceted history, illuminating countless aspects of Japanese art for scholars and general readers alike.
A History of Japanese Art: From Prehistory to the Taisho Period by
A History of Japanese Artt offers readers a comprehensive view of Japanese art through Japanese eyes--a view that is the most revealing of all perspectives. At the same time, it provides readers with a guide to the places in Japan where the best and most representative creations of Japanese art are to be seen.
Edo: Art in Japan 1615-1868 by 
A Dictionary of Japanese Artists by 
Japanese Art: Critical and Primary Sources. 4 vols. by 
Dictionary of Korean Art and Archaeology by 
Korea: Art and Archaeology by 
Arts of Korea by 
Korean Art from 1953: Collision, Innovation, Interaction by 
Dictionary of South and Southeast Asian Art by 
Portraiture in South Asia since the Mughals by 
How to Read Buddhist Art by 
Interpreting Mughal Painting by 
Modern Art of Southeast Asia: Introductions from A to Z by
Modern Art of Southeast Asia: Introductions from A to Z features 60 concise and accessibly written accounts of the key ideas and currents underlying modern art in the region. These are accompanied by over 250 beautifully reproduced artworks from the collection of National Gallery Singapore, and other public and private collections in Southeast Asia and beyond. The book offers an informative first encounter with art as well as refreshing perspectives, and is a rewarding resource for students.
Asian Art by New on the Getty Research Institute Portal:
Nearly 1,000 free digitized Japanese art exhibition catalogues...
Munsterberg. Writing About Art. HumRef N 7467 .M867c 2009 + e-book
Biggs. The Routledge Companion to Research in the Arts. HumRef NX 280 .R68 2010 + e-book
Barnet. A Short Guide to Writing about Art. HumRef N 7476 .B37 2015
Williams. How to Write About Contemporary Art. HumRef N 7476 .W544x 2014
Asian Theatre Video Collection
The Asian Theatre video collection offers interviews with leading performers and practitioners, and houses several filmed performances, documentaries, rehearsal footage, and training videos. Several are from Japanese traditions. From Butoh to Bollywood, Bunraku to Topeng, this collection is a vital repository for students and academics interested in Asia’s rich theatrical traditions, this collection is a vital repository for students and academics interested in Asia’s rich theatrical traditions.
We currently have a one month trial of a database of Tezuka Osamu’s Manga. Often called the “Godfather or Manga.” Osamu is perhaps most influential creator of manga in Japan. The database reproduces 122 titles in Japanese; 25 in English, and many translated into other languages (French, Korean, Chinese, etc.). The trial ends 25 April 2024. Please have a look, share with anyone you think might be interested.
The database trial operates through the university’s IP addresses and therefore will not work off campus
Here is the link to access the database: Tezuka Osamu Manga
