Super Deluxe Japanese Designs 2vol set Kosode,Noh Costume

size
width
32cm 12 1/2"
depth
4.6cm 1 3/4"
height
41.5cm 16 1/2"

【DESCRIPTION】
Title Japanese Design
Publication year ? Oop

This book has 100 pics of fabulous Kosode,Noh Costume,Surihaku,Nuihaku,or Embroidery etc. from Muromachi to Edo period.Many of them are the ones representative of Japan.One Kosode in this book is designated as Important Cultural Asset.


Kosode is "small sleeve", which refers to the usual undergarment worn by both men and women. The sleeve isn't much longer (measured from the outstretched arm down) than it is wide (measured from the shoulder to the wrist). "Undergarment" doesn't mean that it was hidden, quite contrary: The top garment was usually worn wide open.

Basically,this is a photo collection,though text in Japanese.So even if you don't understand Japanese, you will enjoy this book through many photos.

Hardcover w/slipcase Text in Japanese
As pics shows,it is tied with cords and moreover comese with Slipcase called "Chitsu" in Japan.This kind of book is usually super deluxe edition.

Size approx 32cmx41cm Very Thick and Heavy.Large-Format Book!

If you are interested in Kosode,Noh Costume,or Embroidery,this book would be a great collection for you!
【CONDITION】
Stains,yellowing and wear on the cover and pages because of age.Slight damage on Slipcase(Chitsu)But it is in very good condition overall.
Please see the photos to confirm the condition of this book