The Story of the Kimono (FIRST EDITION)
New York: E. F. Dutton, 1989. FIRST EDITION. Hardcover. A colorful presentation of the history of the kimono--how it developed, its role in contemporary Japan while including Japanese history. The kimono is a garment that is unique to Japan and has become a universal symbol of beauty. Rich, full color photographs accompanying the text. vii, Appendices, Bibliography, Index, 240 pp.
CONDITION: Navy blue hardcopy, gold title on spine. Illustrated endpapers. Frontispiece is enlarged detail from Kanbun-era kimono. Remainder mark. Dust jacket illustrations of kimonos front and rear. Mild shelf wear to edges. Fine. Full refund if not satisfied. Fine / Fine.
Item #074767
Price: $65.00