Lot 66
  • 66

[Architecture. Japanese Imprints]

Estimate
24,000 - 28,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • paper
Wright, Frank Lloyd.  Executed Buildings.  Kyoto: Kyodai Kenchikukai [University Architecture Union], n.d. (after 1916, early 1920's?)



Unbound as issued (15 1/2 x 10 7/8 in.; 393 x 278 mm).  50 lithographic plates of architectural plans and drawings on cream paper; some light browning.  Publisher's brown paper sleeve, 2 printed labels; some wear, soiling, and skillful restoration.

Condition

Condition as described in catalogue entry.
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Catalogue Note

A fine set of early Wright plates issued by the University of Kyoto.  One of the labels on the sleeve states that the book has been paid for, indicating that the set is exempt from the Japanese book tax or that this was a complimentary set.