Iro: The Essence of Colour in Japanese Design Phaidon Kids Collections author of Press Here (over

author of Press Here (over 1 million copies sold worldwide and a The New York Times bestseller for 3 years running)

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the Los Angeles-based artist best known for his large-scale abstract paintings that examine the class

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Iro: The Essence of Colour in Japanese Design Phaidon Kids Collections author of Press Here (overThe first and only survey of Japanese design as seen through the lens of Japans traditional colour spectrum an exquisitely packaged fresh take on a universally popular topic The traditional colours of Japan have been in use since the seventh century, originally to indicate rank and social hierarchy but, over time, their significance has broadened to include all manner of designed objects. This landmark volume celebrates a curated selection of 200