ELISSEEFF, SERGE (PREFACE); TAKAAKI MATSUSHITA (INTRO) — Japan: Ancient Buddhist Paintings
NY: New York Graphic Society, 1959. 0810914069. 1st Edition. First Printing. Hard Cover. ISBN: 0810914069. Quarter bound in publisher's gray cloth spine over ivory boards, gilt lettering on spine, red and black lettering on cover. Illustrated with 32 full-page color reproductions. Published by the New York Graphic Society by arrangement with Unesco, this is designed to present the finest quality color reproductions of masterpieces of Japanese ancient Buddhist painting. This is the 11th in the Unesco World Art series. The volume is in virtually perfect condition, unmarked, tight, square, and clean; all of the plates are bright and fresh. The dust jacket is chipped and torn, with some loss. A large (folio), heavy book (seven pounds) - additional shipping charges may apply. FINE/FAIR. Unesco World Art Series Series. Vol. 11. Color Plates. Folio 13" - 23" tall. 21, (iv), (64-Plates) pp. Fine in Fair dust jacket .
