Film Record: Wood Block Printing

Still image of Wood Block Printing from the PSA Journal, Oct. 1962, 34.

Date produced: 1962

Filmmaker(s):

John Kono

Languages:

English

Length:

450 ft

Format:

16mm

Colour:

Colour

Sound Notes:

Magnetic

Awards/Recognition:

PSA Ten Best 1962

Description:

"Wood block printing is one of the highest forms of art in Japan. It was first introduced into that country 2000 years ago, from China. With hammer and chisel, various cuts are made in the wood block to create the pattern to be printed. A separate block is cut for each hue. The form of each block is inked and impressed upon the paper or cloth or obtain the complete print. The picture takes us gently stimulate our interest in the art of wood block printing. we are privileged to see some of the exquisite prints. The narrator's voice with its oriental flavor adds a delightful touch to the picture. This will be included in the Package" PSA Journal, Oct. 1962, 34.

Subjects:

• Art and Recreation
• Asia
•      Japan
•      Geography
•      Art

Genre:

• Documentary

Form:

• Short

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