The Japanese Sword by Gregory Irvine
Drawing on the V&A's magnificent collection, this illustrated survey examines the development of the Japanese sword in an historical and social context from the 8th to the 12th century. The development of the sword from its origins as one of the world's most effective cutting weapons in seen in the context of the emergence and development of Japan's ruling military class, the samurai, to whom it was indispensable both as a weapon and symbol of power. The book also deals with the techniques used in the making of the sword and the associated terminology. In addition to weapons from the V&A's own collections, illustrations include comparative materials from Japan's Tokyo National Museum, as well as prints showing graphic depictions of swords in action.| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781851773145 |
| ISBN 10 | 1851773142 |
| Title | The Japanese Sword |
| Author | Gregory Irvine |
| Series | Far Eastern S |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Publisher | V & A Publishing |
| Year published | 2000-10-31 |
| Number of pages | 128 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |