| Sumario: | The article discusses "Borrowed Landscapes: China and Japan in the Historic Houses and Gardens of Britain and Ireland," a book by a National Trust curator that explores the collection of Asian objects within the National Trust's historic homes in the UK and Ireland. The book serves as a comprehensive survey of these objects, examining their historical context and the British perception of Asia over four centuries through the lens of Orientalism, as articulated by Edward Said. It highlights the evolution of chinoiserie and Japonisme, detailing how British interpretations of Asian art and culture were shaped by trade, artistic practices, and colonial influences. The richly illustrated volume aims to make these often-overlooked collections more accessible to researchers and the public, while also prompting reflection on the legacies of imperialism and cultural exchange.
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