Ryuijie (17 results)

paperback. Condition: Very Good. Phot, [Published date: 1998]. Softcover (stiff white paper wraps, translucent flecked front endpaper), 43 pp; 28 cm; First Edition. Contains 35 platinum prints, black-and-white with rich tonal range, plus introduction by Josephus Daniels. In very good condition with light bumping to edges of covers and light overall scuffing. Binding tight. Pages clean and unmarked. A finely produced photographic monograph showcasing 35 platinum prints by Ryuijie, whose serene abstract landscapes and botanical compositions reflect his mastery of the platinum process and minimalist vision. Text includes Daniels's interpretive essay and Ryuijie's own narrative "A Walk on the Beach." Contents (selected): Sweet Pea II 1990; Tables and Chairs 1997; Bed and Lamp 1998; Leaves, Santa Barbara 1996; Trailside, Soberanes Point 1997; Orchid 1991; Dunes, Oceano 1996; Nude and Blanket 1991; Berry Vines 1991; Gate, Pacific Grove 1991; Nude Garapata 1990; Alone 1997; San Francisco Bay 1992; Agave 1996; Flower and Buds 1997; Shirt 1998; Big Sur Lighthouse 1992; South to Big Sur 1993; Nude 1996; Sunflower 1993; Pelicans, Shell Beach 1991; Grasses and Pond 1993; Sunset, Shell Beach 1991; Lighthouse, Pigeon Point 1996; White Feather 1998; Leaves and Knot Holes, New York 1991; Shay's Lily 1997; Dunes and Clouds 1998; Two Flowers and a Leaf 1997; Rock Form, Garapata 1994; Two Tulips 1998; Sunset, Moss Landing 1990. Ryuijie, born in 1950 in Otaru, Japan, is a Japanese-American fine art photographer known for his black-and-white platinum and palladium prints. He moved to the United States as a child and later settled on the Monterey Peninsula in California, where he developed his career after being inspired by Jerry Uelsmann's work. Over several decades he has become recognized for his minimalist style and mastery of alternative photographic processes, exhibiting widely and producing several monographs and portfolios featuring landscapes, botanicals, still lifes, and figure studies.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Very good, clean, tight condition. Professional book dealer since 1999. All orders are processed promptly and carefully packaged.

Softcover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. White softcover with title on front and spine, has very minor bump on top edge. Binding is tight, text block is clean but is beginning to yellow along the edges. A beautiful collection of black and white photographs, featuring landscapes, nudes and still life. ; B&W Photographs; Oblong 4to 11" - 13" tall.

Condition: Very Good. 1998. 43 pages. This is an ex-Library book. Signed by the author. Beige paperback book with pictorial cover. Black and white photographs. Flat signed by Author. Ex-Library copy, with expected inserts, stamps and inscriptions. Pages are clean and bright, and appear almost good as new. With minimal tanning throughout. Binding has remained firm. Paper cover is lightly rub worn and thumbed with light shelf wear to edges and corners. Light creases to corners and spine.

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Carmel CA: Fresh Silver, 1991. Soft cover in NF condition. Introduction by Josephus Daniels.

Paperback. Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. Signed by Author; 10.8 X 8.5 X 0.4 inches; 47 pp; Author flat signed, nice tight attractive book.

Printed Wrappers. Condition: Fine. Ryuijie (illustrator). First Edition. Signed by photographer in pen on title page. Signed by Josephus Daniels on introduction page. Fine copy in illustrated tan paper wrappers. Beautiful and dramatic photos. Introduction by Josephus Daniels. Size: 11 x 8.5 Inches. Signed.

Paper Wrappers. Condition: Near Fine. First Edition. Signed by photographer on title page, "Ryuijie, Carmel, 1989.". Near fine in tan paper wrappers. Limited edition, #16/300. Included are 2 fine photographically illustrated folding cards with envelopes announcing "Ryuijie One Man Show July 15 to September 3, 1989" at Josephus Daniels Gallery. Signed by Illustrator.

Soft cover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. Small, oblong 4to. Hardcover. White cloth. 1st edition. Profusely illustrated with b&w photographs. Introduction by Josephus Daniels. Fine in like dust jacket. Inscribed on title-page by Ryuijie. Signed by Illustrator(s).

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 0Signed by the author on half-title page. Autograph sticker on front cover.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. Author (illustrator). 1st Edition. 1st. Edition 1991 , Limited to only 300 copes this is # 44 , White cloth hardcover in the dust jacket , 97 page book with 97 black & white photographic art by Ryuijie . Signed and numbered on the title page . Condition : Fine Size: 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. Signed by Author(s). Book.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Wraps. 8vo. Printed wraps / paperback. pp 20. Black and white illustrated wraps. Very good indeed.

Dust Jacket Condition: dj. First Edition. First edition. Softcover. Introduction by Josephius Daniels. Includes 35 images. A fine copy in wrappers in a fine dust jacket and with laid in card from an event with Ryuijie at the Weston Gallery. Signed by Ryuijie on the front free endpaper and additionally signed and warmly inscribed by Ryuijie on the title page. A very nicely printed book. Signed.

Soft cover. Condition: Fine. Author (illustrator). 1st Edition. 1st. Edition , 1st. Printing 1998 , French wrap soft cover 43 page book with 35 black & white full page plates. This copy is also signed by Ryuijie on the title page . Condition : Fine. Size: 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. Signed by Author(s). Book.

Soft cover. Condition: Fine. FIRST. A FINE FIRST IN PAPERBACK.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. FIRST. A FINE FIRST IN DJ. SCARCE HARDCOVER.

First Edition, 1991. A beautiful Fine hardcover copy in white textured paper covered boards, in a Fine white dustwrapper. This copy is INSCRIBED and SIGNED Ryuijie to Dode Weston, on the title page. Unpaginated. 45 fine black and white museum qu ality photographic plates. Dody Weston (Thompson) was Edward Weston's last assistant, was as well briefly married to Brett Weston, and a photographer in her own right. An interesting association copy of an impressively achieved monograph by this v ery talented and admired contemporary, working within the dramatic Western landscape tradition.