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Iro: The Essence of Color in Japanese Design

• Phaidon • ISBN 9781838665333

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Iro: The Essence of Color in Japanese Design

• Phaidon • ISBN-13 9781838665333

ISBN-10 Not provided • 2022

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ISBN 9781838665333 • Completeness 48

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The first and only survey of Japanese design as seen through the lens of Japan’s traditional color spectrum - an exquisitely packaged fresh take on a universally popular topic The traditional colors of Japan have been in use since the seventh century, originally to indicate rank and social hierarchy but, over time, their significance has broadened to include all manner of designed objects.

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Publisher: Phaidon
2022
Pages: 288

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Contributor: humble kitchen utensils to precious ceramic

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Category: BacklistCategory: Us & Can Only

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