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Kimono and the Colors of Japan (New Printing Edition) - by Pie International (Paperback)
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Highlights
- This distinctive volume reveals a unique antique kimono collection through various delicate Japanese colors and their use in kimono.
- Author(s): Pie International
- 240 Pages
- Art, Asian
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Book Synopsis
This distinctive volume reveals a unique antique kimono collection through various delicate Japanese colors and their use in kimono. The Japanese sensibility is immediately apparent in the classification of the nine traditional color categories of red, green, pink, blue, brown, purple, yellow, black/white, and gold/silver.
Each spread in Kimono and the Colors of Japan presents a single color showing a page-wide photo of a kimono accompanied by a description of the color and its meaning in the context of Japanese culture. The author explains, "We organized the kimono and obi (sash) according to what I like to call 'Japanese Kokoro no Iro', colors of the Japanese heart. Each category presents what individual colors express or signify. For example, we use white, black and gold as an expression of cheer. Red indicates the sun, blood, and fire. White, black, and silver express sadness." With the knowledge of both Western and traditional Japanese fashion cultures, Yumioka presents and describes his collection in an easily accessible style.
Review Quotes
"explores the cultural and historical significance of the colors of kimonos and obis, or sashes, through the lens of a rare antique collection."-- "Galerie Magazine"
"Certain to become a must-have reference for textile designers, tattoo artists, and anyone interested in learning more about this iconic Japanese garment."-- "Fashion Maniac"
"I love how it delves deeper into the signs and symbols within the pages of colorful, intricate and beautiful Japanese history."-- "ABookOf.Us"
"More than just a collection of antique kimonos, however, it covers Japanese style and color theory by taking each single kimono color and discussing its meaning in Japanese culture and the arts. "-- "Donovan's Literary Service"
"Not only was I pleasantly surprised by it, I'm happy to give it a permanent place in my library."-- "Chopsticks NY"
"The book is an enjoyable read, not only for the gorgeous photographs but also for the lessons in historic events and the evolution of fabric arts. "-- "All The Write Places"
"This book is a must-have for artists and lovers of wafuku. As I fall into both of those categories I can say that every page of this 230-page book was well-crafted to be both beautiful and informative."-- "Sequential Tart"
"This is by far a new favorite in my collection as a designer."-- "Halfstack Magazine"
"With the knowledge of both Western and traditional Japanese fashion cultures, Yumioka presents and describes his collection in an easily accessible style. "-- "Travel by ENTREE"