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Japanese Sword: A Treasure Celebrated for Over a Thousand Years

INADA, KAZUHIKO

$135.00

ISBN: 9784054062948 Category:

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Masterpieces forged by Japanese artisans accompanied by a glossary of specialised terms and a highly informative commentary.

Discover ten ancient Japanese swords in museum collections reproduced in all their splendid detail on double pages with gatefolds plus forty-five additional Japanese swords plus thirty-five accessories and handles.

SELLING POINTS:
• Fans of traditional Japanese swords, katana and war customs
shouldn't miss this book!
• Detailed texts by the greatest specialised Japanese authors
and scholars
• All the swords were chosen in the main Japanese museums for their historical and artistic significance
• Stunning photos, taken with special permission from the
museums, reproduce the swords in splendid detail and in their original sizes
• A highly-informative commentary accompanies each sword, including information on the master who forged it and on its historical and artistic significance
• Printed in Japan with high-quality graphic arts

Includes 20 double spread gatefolds

ISBN: 9784054062948
Author: INADA, KAZUHIKO
Format: Slipcase
Publication date: 01/12/2017
RRP: $135.00
Pages: 256
Dimension: 260mm X 260mm
Imprint: Nui Nui