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Haibara's Art and Design: Washi Paper and Japanese Aesthetic / Seigensha

Haibara's Art and Design: Washi Paper and Japanese Aesthetic / Seigensha

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Haibara's Art and Design: Washi Paper and Japanese Aesthetic / Seigensha
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The Story

Haibara's Art and Design traces 200 years of history through the legacy of Haibara, the renowned Japanese paper merchant that has enriched lives with chiyogami (decorative paper), pochi bukuro (small envelopes), and picture cards since the Edo period. Supervised by Mitaka City Gallery of Art, this volume showcases deep exchanges with artists including Takehisa Yumeji, Shibata Zeshin, Kawase Hasui, and Kawanabe Kyosai.

The book features approximately 50 chiyogami designs with modern and vibrant patterns created by these masters, alongside over 200 items documenting Haibara's devotion to paper craftsmanship through prosperity and modernization.
Key Features
  • 200-year Haibara history: Rich visual documentation from Edo period to modern era.
  • Artist collaborations: Work by Takehisa Yumeji, Shibata Zeshin, Kawase Hasui, Kawanabe Kyosai.
  • 50 chiyogami designs: Modern and vibrant decorative paper patterns.
  • Over 200 items: Comprehensive visual collection.
Pages 208 pages
Format A5 variant size
Supervised by Mitaka City Gallery of Art
Made in Japan
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Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

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Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Haibara's Art and Design: Washi Paper and Japanese Aesthetic / Seigensha - Image 4

Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Haibara's Art and Design: Washi Paper and Japanese Aesthetic / Seigensha - Image 5

Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Haibara's Art and Design: Washi Paper and Japanese Aesthetic / Seigensha - Image 6

Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Haibara's Art and Design: Washi Paper and Japanese Aesthetic / Seigensha - Image 7

Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Haibara's Art and Design: Washi Paper and Japanese Aesthetic / Seigensha - Image 8

Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Haibara's Art and Design: Washi Paper and Japanese Aesthetic / Seigensha - Image 9

Details & Craftsmanship

Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Description

Haibara's Art and Design traces 200 years of history through the legacy of Haibara, the renowned Japanese paper merchant that has enriched lives with chiyogami (decorative paper), pochi bukuro (small envelopes), and picture cards since the Edo period. Supervised by Mitaka City Gallery of Art, this volume showcases deep exchanges with artists including Takehisa Yumeji, Shibata Zeshin, Kawase Hasui, and Kawanabe Kyosai.

The book features approximately 50 chiyogami designs with modern and vibrant patterns created by these masters, alongside over 200 items documenting Haibara's devotion to paper craftsmanship through prosperity and modernization.
Key Features
  • 200-year Haibara history: Rich visual documentation from Edo period to modern era.
  • Artist collaborations: Work by Takehisa Yumeji, Shibata Zeshin, Kawase Hasui, Kawanabe Kyosai.
  • 50 chiyogami designs: Modern and vibrant decorative paper patterns.
  • Over 200 items: Comprehensive visual collection.
Pages 208 pages
Format A5 variant size
Supervised by Mitaka City Gallery of Art
Made in Japan
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