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The Tale of Genji

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Explore the intricate world of costumes and colors in "The Tale of Genji" with this beautifully revised edition. This compact volume pairs the full text with an English translation, featuring all fifty-four color illustrations meticulously focused on by Yoshioka Sachio. The book delves into the "kasane no irome" (layered colors) worn by characters, revealing the emotions and seasonal beauty depicted by Murasaki Shikibu. Yoshioka Sachio's analysis of dyeing techniques and plant dyes from the Heian period brings to life the rich cultural heritage of Japan's classical literature.
  • Details & features
    — Features: Fifty-four color illustrations, English translation, analysis of Heian period dyeing techniques
    — ISBN: 9784879406552
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  • About the brand
    Bookseller specializing in vintage publications to the fashion industry, London based IDEA have made a big impact on the fashion and photography publishing scene in what is an actual short time. Since publishing Gosha Rubchinskiy’s zine in 2004, IDEA has published books with the likes of Willy Vanderperre, Vetements, Gucci, Terry Richardson, Palace Skateboards, Alasdair McLellan and Collier Schorr amongst others.
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