Abrams Books Japanese Design Since 1945 A Complete Sourcebook By Naomi Pollock Paperback Edition
Why you'll like it
- Complete Postwar Overview — Explore eight decades of Japanese design evolution from minimalist roots to global aesthetic influence
- Rich Visual Documentation — Features 170 high-quality photographs capturing iconic furniture, electronics, and vehicle innovations
- In-Depth Cultural Insights — Understand how deep-rooted traditions of craft and functionality integrate into modern everyday objects
- Expert Author Narrative — Written by design authority Naomi Pollock with a curated glossary for students and design professionals
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Description
Immerse yourself in the profound philosophy and exquisite evolution of East Asian aesthetics with this groundbreaking visual history. Japanese Design Since 1945: A Complete Sourcebook offers an unmatched, comprehensive overview of postwar design ingenuity. Spanning eight decades, this curated masterpiece chronicles how Japanese designers, craftspeople, and manufacturers transitioned from minimal postwar reconstruction to dominant global influence.
Curated by acclaimed author Naomi Pollock with a insightful foreword by Masaaki Kanai, the 448-page volume explores the cultural dedication to craft, materiality, and everyday functionality. Through 170 stunning photographs and a meticulously researched glossary, the book highlights iconic breakthroughs in furniture, home electronics, transport vehicles, and modern craftsmanship. Ideal for artists, interior designers, historians, and creative professionals, this beautiful paperback serves as both an essential reference guide and an inspirational coffee table centerpiece.
Discover how technological innovation and traditional artistry blended to shape the modern design landscape.
How to use
Use this comprehensive sourcebook as a foundational reference for design history, a professional creative mood board, or an artistic display piece for your studio or living space library.
Ingredients
High-quality print ink, premium acid-free paper stock, durable paperback binding, protective matte finish cover.
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Specifications
| Brand | Abrams Books |
|---|---|
| EAN | 9781419750540 |
| Ships from | USA (sourced directly), checked in Navi Mumbai |
| Sold by | Dropy.in |
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What topics are covered in Japanese Design Since 1945?
This book provides a comprehensive overview of postwar Japanese design. It includes detailed sections covering furniture, consumer electronics, transport vehicles, and various everyday craftsmanship technologies.
How many pages and photos are in this sourcebook?
The book spans 448 pages and includes 170 high-quality photographs detailing iconic product designs alongside a dedicated glossary for reference.
Who wrote the book and contributed to it?
The sourcebook is written by Naomi Pollock, FAIA, with a foreword contributed by Masaaki Kanai, offering authoritative insights into the Japanese design landscape.
Is this imported book available for delivery across India?
Yes, Dropy India sources this book directly from the USA, ensuring you receive a 100% authentic, imported edition delivered safely to your doorstep anywhere in India.
Who is this design sourcebook best suited for?
This comprehensive volume is ideal for artists, industrial designers, architects, historians, and anyone passionate about modern Japanese aesthetics and minimalism.
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