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Katsura : A Princely Retreat by Akira Naito (1977, Hardcover)
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The German architect Bruno Taut compared the Katsura in cultural importance with the Parthenon. "An eternal thing" were his words. In What Is Japanese Architecture?. Toshihito, Toshitada, and their guests would admire the cherry blossoms in spring and the crimson leaves in autumn at their spacious garden pond.
- Buy It NowKatsura, a princely retreat, Naito, 1982, EB-1
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Product Identifiers
PublisherKodansha America, Incorporated
ISBN-100870112716
ISBN-139780870112713
eBay Product ID (ePID)48938087
Product Key Features
Original LanguageJapanese
Book TitleKatsura : a Princely Retreat
Number of Pages182 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1977
TopicBuildings / General
IllustratorYes
GenreArchitecture
AuthorAkira Naito
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Length14.2 in
Item Width10.2 in
Additional Product Features
LCCN75-030183
Dewey Edition21
Photographed byNishikawa, Takeshi
Dewey Decimal725.170952186
SynopsisThis tribute to the 17th-century imperial villa features photographs, architectural details and the history of the mansion.
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- Oct 05, 2021
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Super nice book. I have visited Katsura Imperial Palace in Kyoto, and this book beautifully displays my memories.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
