Isamu Noguchi: Space of Akari and Stone. by Isamu Noguchi - 1986.

San Francisco, CA Chronicle Books, 1986. Paperback First Edition USA (1986), First Printing indicated by a complete numerical sequence. First Edition USA (1986), First Printing indicated by a complete numerical sequence. Very Near Fine in Wraps: shows only the most minute indications of use: just a hint of wear to the extremities; the very mildest rubbing to the panels. The binding leans very slightly off square, while remaining perfectly secure. Free of any creases to the covers. Free of underlining, hi-lighting, notations, or marginalia. Free of creased or dog-eared pages in the text. Free of any ownership names, dates, addresses, notations, inscriptions, stamps, plates, or labels. A handsome copy, structurally sound and tightly bound, showing the mildest wear and a single unobtrusive flaw. Bright and Clean. Very close to 'As New'. NOT a Remainder, Book-Club, or Ex-Library. Folio (13.4 x 10.2 x 0.45 inches). 103 pages, including an essay by Isozaki and "The Meaning of Akari" by Noguchi. Catalogue of the exhibition held at the Seibu Museum of Art, February 9-20, 1985. Additional essays by Takahiko Okada and Arata Isozaki; list of works and biographical chronology. Originally published in Japan in 1985 (under title: Isamu Noguchi Ten, Akari to Ishi no Kukan). Profusely illustrated, many in full color. Originally published in Japan by the Seibu Museum of Art. Paperback: Heavy Pictorial Wraps with DJ-like flaps. Offers a fresh look at one of the most creative and influential artists of the postwar era. This handsomely designed volume presents: A thorough survey of the artist's life and work.