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Jelena Stojkovic

    Windhauch
    Surrealism and Photography in 1930s Japan
    • 2020

      Surrealism and Photography in 1930s Japan

      The Impossible Avant-Garde

      • 272 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      The book explores the emergence of Surrealist photography in Japan during a period of strict censorship from 1931 to 1941. It highlights the creativity of various photographers who, despite political restrictions following the Manchurian Incident and leading up to the Pacific War, managed to produce a diverse and innovative body of work. The narrative delves into the themes and techniques of these artists, showcasing how they navigated the challenges of their time to express their unique visions.

      Surrealism and Photography in 1930s Japan