{"product_id":"vintage-utamaro-library-of-japanese-art-paperback-1959-charles-e-tuttle-edition","title":"Vintage Utamaro Library of Japanese Art Paperback 1959 Charles E. Tuttle Edition","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"660\"\u003eA wonderful pocket-sized introduction to the work of Kitagawa Utamaro (1753–1806), one of Japan's most celebrated ukiyo-e masters. Published as part of the Library of Japanese Art series by Charles E. Tuttle Company, this 1959 fourth printing features 47 plates, including 26 in full color, showcasing Utamaro's iconic portraits of elegant women alongside scholarly commentary adapted for English readers. An appealing addition for collectors of Japanese art, ukiyo-e, and mid-century art books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1nw9get\" data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"681\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"679\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003eThis vintage paperback remains in good vintage condition with age-related wear consistent with use. The covers show light edge and corner wear, while the interior pages exhibit expected age toning. A previous owner's inscription appears on the front endpaper, and there is a small stain and light crease visible near the front of the book. The binding remains secure. Please review all photos carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"yad1en\" data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1276\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 7\"\u003cbr data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4.75\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ewspv3\" data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003eFirst English Edition: March 1956\u003cbr data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003eFourth Printing: 1959\u003cbr data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003ePrinted in Japan by Kyodo Printing Co., Ltd., Tokyo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yfb5pz\" data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003eStyling Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1813\"\u003ePerfect for collectors of Japanese woodblock prints, ukiyo-e, Asian art history, or vintage design books. Its beautifully illustrated cover and compact format also make it an attractive display piece for a curated bookshelf, studio, or reading nook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"18enxoc\" data-start=\"1815\" data-end=\"1841\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1819\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003eAdditional Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003ePart of the highly regarded \u003cstrong data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1897\"\u003eLibrary of Japanese Art\u003c\/strong\u003e series. Includes historical essays and 47 reproductions, with 26 printed in full color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2030\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2030\"\u003eA unique find and purr-fectly peculiar.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Cat Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46779115634860,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/1993\/4124\/files\/48F7AFE7-A606-4CE1-9B94-FDF0D7ADDCED.jpg?v=1784247374","url":"https:\/\/thecatvintage.com\/products\/vintage-utamaro-library-of-japanese-art-paperback-1959-charles-e-tuttle-edition","provider":"The Cat Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}