Japan: A History in Art Bradley Smith 1964 1st Ed Linen HC Gilt Kanji Japan
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Japan: A History in Art by Bradley Smith, with an Introduction to the History of Japan by Bradley Smith, is a visual and historical masterpiece tracing Japan’s art from its prehistoric roots to the modern age. This first printing (1964) edition was printed in Japan by Toppan Printing Co., Ltd., under the supervision of the Tokyo National Museum and the National Committee for the Protection of Cultural Properties of Japan. Bound in brown woven linen with gilt Japanese calligraphy on the cover reading “美と日本人の歴史” (“Beauty and the History of the Japanese People”), this volume radiates craftsmanship and authenticity. Contributors include: * Consultants: Madoka Kanai, Shinichi Nagai, Kazuko Yamakawa * Photography: Bradley Smith * Art Direction: Curtis Fields * Calligraphy: Baikei (Tadashi) Suzuki * Coordinator: Daniel Stampler Condition: * Book: Very Good — crisp pages, tight binding, vivid plates. * Dust Jacket: Good — shows wear and small tears typical of age. * Interior: Clean, all color plates intact. Details: * First Edition / First Printing, 1964 * Published by Gemini Inc. * Printed in Japan by Toppan Printing Co. * Hardcover with gilt lettering * 250+ pages of art and cultural
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster
- Year: 1964
- ISBN: 067139391X
- Condition: Fine
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