By Ming-Ju Sun | Dover Publications, 1999
Six centuries of Japanese clothing history, told through beautifully detailed illustrations.
From the flowing, layered robes of court ladies to the armor of medieval warriors, the patterned kimonos of the Edo period, and the changing silhouettes of the Meiji era, Japanese Fashions explores the relationship between clothing, history, and everyday life in Japan.
Featuring 45 intricate black-and-white illustrations accompanied by informative captions, this vintage Dover coloring book is both a creative activity and a charming visual reference for those interested in historical costume, textile traditions, and material culture.
A lovely little find for artists, fashion historians, costume enthusiasts, and collectors of vintage illustrated books.
Book Details
Author and illustrator: Ming-Ju Sun
Publisher: Dover Publications
Year: 1999
Format: Softcover, 48 pages
Language: English
Illustrations: 45 black-and-white costume drawings
ISBN: 0-486-40569-9
Condition: Good vintage condition, with light wear to the cover and edges. Interior pages appear clean in the photographs. All illustrations are uncolored.
Vintage, pre-loved book. Please refer to the photographs for condition. You will receive the exact copy pictured.
By Ming-Ju Sun | Dover Publications, 1999
Six centuries of Japanese clothing history, told through beautifully detailed illustrations.
From the flowing, layered robes of court ladies to the armor of medieval warriors, the patterned kimonos of the Edo period, and the changing silhouettes of the Meiji era, Japanese Fashions explores the relationship between clothing, history, and everyday life in Japan.
Featuring 45 intricate black-and-white illustrations accompanied by informative captions, this vintage Dover coloring book is both a creative activity and a charming visual reference for those interested in historical costume, textile traditions, and material culture.
A lovely little find for artists, fashion historians, costume enthusiasts, and collectors of vintage illustrated books.
Book Details
Author and illustrator: Ming-Ju Sun
Publisher: Dover Publications
Year: 1999
Format: Softcover, 48 pages
Language: English
Illustrations: 45 black-and-white costume drawings
ISBN: 0-486-40569-9
Condition: Good vintage condition, with light wear to the cover and edges. Interior pages appear clean in the photographs. All illustrations are uncolored.
Vintage, pre-loved book. Please refer to the photographs for condition. You will receive the exact copy pictured.
