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KIMONO Vanishing Tradition - Japanese Textiles of the 20th Century

$61.72
£45
€52.61
CA$84.72
A$92.54
CHF 48.98
MX$1,112.46
NOK 622.65
SEK 569.51
DKK 392.95

About the Item

Published by Schiffer Books 1st edition, 2001. Hardback English text. This lushly illustrated book is an authoritative tome written by the founders of Arise Inc. - the world’s largest supplier of vintage kimono, which in recent years have expanded its horizon into Asian textiles and other decorative arts categories. This book breaks down the elaborate architecture of a kimono into each fascinating and digestible piece. This book is surely a great chronicler of Japanese culture and aesthetics, it is both pleasing to the eyes and informative to the minds, also offering a pool of inspiration for fashion and textile designers. Complemented with a full glossary for vintage kimono ando a detailed price guide, vintage attire enthusiasts shall be enthralled. Dimensions: 28.5 x 22.5 x 2.5 cm Condition: Very Good. Comes with the original dust jacket.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.23 in (28.5 cm)Width: 8.86 in (22.5 cm)Depth: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    2001
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    CA, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2102336767962

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