EXLIBRIS JAPAN An INTRODUCTORY HANDBOOK to the BOOKPLATES of JAPAN [ A Study of Japanese Bookplates ]

PARFIT, Cliff , Director English Centre , Japan

Published by NIPPON EXLIBRIS Association, TOKYO , Japan, 1982

About this Item

An UNCOMMON title of a subject matter of increasing interest to artists & collectors alike." Meticulous workmanship, beautiful handmade paper & careful printing are all part of the Japanese exlibris world; in a country of small - bonsai, netsuke & origami - small graphic work has a special appeal to Japanese artists." A study of Japanese bookplates containing an introductory essay on Japanese Exlibris, Short bibliography, 71 pages of Colour plates showing Bookplates & List of Japanese Exlibris Artists. Unpaginated.240x190mm.Fine/Near Fine (Olive boards with gilt titles to book , No inscsp.] Dust Jacket not clipped, very minor rouche to rear base - no tears, no creases.100pp. 204x190mm.now in clear easily Removable proprietary protective cover . Please see our images of the actual book offered for sale.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: EXLIBRIS JAPAN An INTRODUCTORY HANDBOOK to the BOOKPLATES of JAPAN [ A Study of Japanese Bookplates ]
• Publisher: NIPPON EXLIBRIS Association, TOKYO , Japan
• Publication Date: 1982
• Binding: Hard Back
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine
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  • Antiques & Collecting
  • Arts Crafts Photography
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