Nagasaki Prints and Early Copperplates - Japanese prints book (ISBN 9780870113116)

Description

A beautifully preserved book on the rare Nagasaki prints that immediately touches every collector by its exceptional condition and historical value. This high-quality reference work offers an in-depth look at the earliest Japanese copper plates and the unique pictorial tradition that originated in the international trading centre Nagasaki.

This copy is in perfect condition, which is exceptional for the 1978 first edition. The colour reproductions are bright, the cover sharp, and there are no damages to spine or pages. This is the edition with ISBN 9780870113116.

Origin & meaning
Written by Masanobu Hosono, the book is one of the most important survey works for lovers of Edo-period printmaking. Nagasaki played a central role in the exchange between Japan and the rest of the world; these prints and early copper plates were the first artistic products that gave a glimpse of Japan to European collectors. For connoisseurs, this work is an essential reference point within Japanese art historical study.

Dimensions & condition
Hardcover, first edition (1978), ISBN 9780870113116, in excellent condition: clean pages, tight binding, minimal signs of use. Perfect for both study and collection presentation.