Masterpices od Japanese Embroidery in English

Title Masterpices of Japanese Embroidery
Sub title from the seventh to the nineteenth century period to Edo period
Publication year 1998
Of course, out of print

The preface says,"The present exhibition covers the entire history of Japanese embroidery,starting with examples from the seventh century,when the art of decorative stitchery was brought to Jppan from the Asian continent,and following throughthe ages till the end of the edo period in the mid nineteenth century.It highlights the characterristic stitches,colors,designes and uses of embroidery of each period."

This book contains 128 photos of fabulousl traditional Japanese style embroidery. It also contains the list of plates in English at the end of this book. So even if you don't understand Japanese, you will enjoy this book through many photos and English list of plates.

Softcover w/fine quality paper
Size approx 22.5cmx29.5cm large-format book
Approx. 175pages

-Condition-
Slight yellowing and slight wear on te cover and pages.But it is in very good condition overall.
Please see the photos to confirm the condition of this boo