Title: Dyeing: Keisuke Serizawa & Konohana-kai Collection of Works Author/Editor: Keisuke Serizawa / Edited by Konohana-kai Publisher: Mako-sha Cover Design: Keisuke Serizawa Binding: Cloth Year of Publication: March 11, 1982, First Edition Price: 10,000 yen 《Contents》 Keisuke Serizawa On the Publication of the Collection Color Plates Monochrome Plates Takashimaya Art Department From the Katazome Workshop Introduction to Shibori Dyeing Exhibition Invitations Chronology Index ◉Introduction This is a luxurious collection of works by Keisuke Serizawa (1895-1984), a dyeing artist and holder of the Important Intangible Cultural Property "Kataezome" (Living National Treasure), and members of the dyeing research group "Konohana-kai" which he led. ◉The essence of Katazome (stencil dyeing) is gathered here, showcasing numerous works through illustrations (color plates and monochrome plates), including kimonos, obi sashes, furoshiki cloths, noren curtains, folding screens, book bindings, and calendars, all of which are imbued with Mr. Serizawa's original and powerful designs and vibrant color sense. The designs of the included works are diverse, ranging from flowers, birds, wind, and moon, to geometric patterns, text patterns, and landscapes, allowing readers to trace Mr. Serizawa's resonance with the Mingei movement and the evolution of his unique style, inspired by Okinawan Bingata. This book also includes writings by Mr. Keisuke Serizawa himself, such as "On the Publication of the Collection..." and "From the Katazome Workshop...", as well as "Introduction to Shibori Dyeing," "Chronology," and "Index," making it a highly valuable resource. The cover shows signs of aging, with minor scratches and slight damage to the corners. There is some yellowing and staining on the top, bottom, and side edges, but the illustrations within the book are generally in good condition. This is a valuable collection of works that conveys the multifaceted charm of Living National Treasure Keisuke Serizawa, and is a must-have book for those interested in dyeing and weaving, Mingei (folk art), and design. Please check the images to confirm the beauty of the works and the condition of the book. ◉⤵︎Search Keywords #KeisukeSerizawa #Kataezome #LivingNationalTreasure #DyeingCrafts #Mingei #Konohana-kai #Catalog #CollectionOfWorks #JapaneseDyeingAndWeaving #JapaneseAesthetics #Design #Bingata #Makosha #SamiroYuki #YoshitakaYanagi #YoshihiroYanagi #HisashiSawamoto #GekkaMinagawa #SeikaYamaga #AkihikoIzukura #FukumiShimura #KichinosukeSotomura #KeiichiTorii