Ito Chuta Author Illustrator (1 results)
More imagesPublished by Tokyo: Kokusui shuppansha, Taisho 9-10 (1920-21), first edition. 1920
- Hardcover
Seller: Kagerou Bunko (ABAJ, ILAB), Tokyo, JapanKagerou Bunko (ABAJ, ILAB)
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Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. A complete set of satirical manga made by the Japanese architect Ito Chuta (1867-1954). During World War I he made daily commentaries based on current news. Each page of the story contains a half-page colour woodblock illustration, with 500 plates in total, divided into five volumes. Ito's sharp…satire uses the Ashuras, Indian demigods, as the main characters to personify the participant countries. Text in Japanese. 5 vols. 25.3x21.2cm, 105 leaves each. Original Japanese illustrated boards cover. Original slipcase with light abrasions, and occasional minor cracks to hinges. Light scratches on the covers, minor stains on the contents. Otherwise very good to near fine condition.
