Voice Offstage

Okishima, Shin. Voice Offstage. Tokyo: Yo Shitara, 2011. First edition. Oblong duodecimo. Unpaginated with 25 photographic plates. Original marine blue cloth with gilt lettering on cover and spine. Marine blue endpapers. Photographic documentary of various Japanese crafts and traditions, e.g. bamboo work, dolls, Edo lanterns,dye products, empress tree, ceramics, etc. Beautiful color photographs depicting the typical working environment of various Japanese master craftsmen. Includes brief descriptions of craftsmen and their occupation. Text in Japanese and English. Covers slightly bent. Binding in overall good, interior in fine condition. g to fine. Hardcover. (39452) $45