Dictionary of Color Combinations Vol. 1 and 2 Books Set English Ver.

Description: Vol.1A Dictionary of Color CombinationsThis book is a collection of 348 color combinations originated by Sanzo Wada(1883-1967) who,in that time of increasingly avant-grade and diversified use of color,was quick to focus on the importance of color and laid the foundation for contemporary color research. Sanzo Wada was active as an artist,art school instructor,costume designer for the movies and the theater, and kimono and fashion designer who employed his extensive and versatile talents to do innovative work that centered primarily on visual perception and form.Sanzo Wada (1883~1967)'s interest in the importance of color prompted him to found the Japan Standard Color Association (present-day Japan Color Research Institute) in 1927.Active not only as a color researcher but also as an artist, fashion designer, and stage and film art director, he received the 1954 Academy Award for Best Costume Design for Gate of Hell and was recognized as a Person of Cultural Merit by the Japanese government in 1958. Vol.2Second in the series: classic Japanese color recipes for use in design, fashion, interiors, art, and moreFrom 1933 to 1934 Sanzo Wada published a collection of color combinations that was the first of its kind in Japan.In 2010 Seigensha reprinted this classic as A Dictionary of Color Combinations, which was applauded by DieZeit as a source of inspiration filled with a captivating array of “hues we didn't even know existed".Now, following on that enduring bestseller, A Dictionary of Color Combinations 2 brings back two more worksby Wada published in 1935–1936 and 1938,respectively. The book presents 72 color patterns themed on theJapanese seasons and another 165 drawn from early to mid-twentieth-century fashion, interior, and graphicdesign, making it an indispensable reference for designers, fashion and interior specialists, illustrators,photographers, writers, and indeed anyone engaged in creative work.[Featuring]・72 combinations of three to seven colors themed on the twelve months of the Japanese year,valuable as an inspiration source for design, kimono and other apparel, and interiors・165 color combinations from fashion, interior, and graphic design that capture the ambience of1910s to 1930s Japan for illustrators and others seeking to re-create the authentic look and feel of the period・Color names in Japanese and English・172 removable color chipsSanzo Wada (1883–1967)'s interest in the importance of color prompted him to foundthe Japan Standard Color Association (present-day Japan Color Research Institute) in 1927.Active not only as a color researcher but also as an artist, fashion designer,and stage and film art director, he received the 1954 Academy Award for Best Costume Design for Gate ofHell and was recognized as a Person of Cultural Merit by the Japanese government in 1958. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- — Shipping — DHL or FedEx--------------------------------------------— Payment —We accept Paypal, credit cards, Google Pay, and other complementary payment methods available on eBay.--------------------------------------------— Return Policy —30 days&Free Return. If you receive different items.(Seller pays)--------------------------------------------— Other Term —We update our inventory daily, but in the meantime, some items may sell out in Japan and we may have to cancel your order. Please check the inventory before purchasing to be sure. We also accept price offers. Items usually take a few days to arrive at our distribution center and a few more days to clear customs in your country. In addition, as you are aware, delays are possible due to global social conditions. Please allow a total of approximately 3 weeks for delivery. Thank you for your understanding. Also, voltage is generally 100~110V (±10%), which is fine for USA and Canada, but countries with 220~240V may require a step-down transformer. Finally, please note that import duties are the responsibility of the buyer. Thank you for reading to the end.Let's do what we can to get a good deal

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