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1) The Nikko mausoleum dedicated to Ieyasu after his deification was decorated with rich sculptures and dazzling colors, contrasting with the normal Japanese preference for unpainted wood. 2) At Nikko, the architectural and woodcarving efforts maximized richness with high colors inside and out, though the setting amongst towering cryptomeria trees provided depth and subdued the magnificence. 3) The tea ceremony increased opportunities for potters, and some masters like Nonomura Ninsei developed works with
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- Charles Mason
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- EN