This luxurious boxed set with exquisite accordion-fold pages and a booklet offers a captivating journey into the heart of autumn through the eyes of Japan's master printmakers. For centuries, autumn has held a central place in Japanese culture and folklore, celebrated for its vivid beauty and profound spiritual resonance. Featuring over seventy exquisite accordion-fold reproductions and an accompanying booklet with insightful texts, this edition beautifully captures the spirit and symbolism of autumn in Japan. It showcases works of iconic artists such as Hokusai, Hiroshige, Harunobu, and Hasui, whose prints reflect the country's intimate connection to nature and their attention to seasonal cycles. From luminous forests and vibrant maple trees to serene lakes and majestic mountains, each work is both a tribute to nature's fleeting splendor and an expression of the ephemeral poetry that defines the season. The unique accordion-fold design allows readers to experience these masterpieces in an immersive format. The accompanying booklet provides an engaging introduction to the works' historical and cultural significance. Perfect for seasoned collectors and those discovering Japanese art for the first time, this beautifully crafted edition highlights the profound connection between art and nature. Whether as a decorative object, a thoughtful gift, or a source of inspiration, this boxed set offers a stunning exploration of autumn's beauty and its lasting influence on one of the world's most revered art forms. AUTHOR: Anne Sefrioui is the author of numerous art books, including Hiroshige: Famous Views of the Sixty-odd Provinces, Kingfisher with Lotus Flower: Birds of Japan, Van Gogh: The Bigger Picture, and Monet: The Bigger Picture all published by Prestel. SELLING POINTS: . PERFECT FOR: Fans of Japanese art (Hokusai, Hiroshige), who want to delve more into the history behind the artist's work, technique and life of some of the great masters of Japanese printmaking . SHOWCASING THE IMPORTANCE OF THE CHANGE OF SEASONS IN JAPANESE CULTURE: The symbolism and spiritual power connected to autumn amidst the change of nature. . NEW RESEARCH PRESENTED WITH ENLIGHTENING STYLE: Anne Sefrioui's lively prose comes to life with stunning accordion-fold prints that provide a new way of seeing the Japanese masterpieces. . AUTHOR OF SEVERAL ART HISTORY BOOKS: Anne Sefrioui has written other beautifully designed and informative books like Hiroshige: Famous Views of the Sixty-odd Provinces(2017), Kingfisher with Lotus Flower: Birds of Japan (2022), and Van Gogh: The Bigger Picture (2024). . INTRICATE DETAILS: Boxed set containing a volume of more than seventy exquisite accordion-fold prints and an accompanying booklet with explanatory texts. 120 colour illustrations
