{"product_id":"the-guide-to-kimono-by-justine-sobocan-hardcover","title":"The Guide to Kimono - by Justine Sobocan - Hardcover","description":"Finally, the kimono can be appreciated and understood by all. This concise, fully illustrated guide examines the ever-popular and iconic kimono—a form of traditional Japanese clothing that has existed for centuries and continues to be a part of Japan's rich cultural heritage. Aimed at kimono enthusiasts and collectors of all levels, this up-to-date resource identifies and explains different types of antique and vintage kimono and kimono-related items, materials, construction, and motifs. Full-color images and easy-to-follow s arm readers with the knowledge they need to determine age and value of kimono, as the guide demystifies and debunks myths and misconceptions about this mysterious and often-misunderstood garment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeatures include\u003cbr\u003e• Japanese spellings and English transliterations for each clothing type;\u003cbr\u003e• a comprehensive glossary of helpful terms;\u003cbr\u003e• information on common, uncommon, and rare kimono motifs, from tigers and cherry blossoms to mountains, snowflakes, and swans;\u003cbr\u003e• close-up images of textiles showcasing different fabric materials and techniques; and\u003cbr\u003e• tips for documenting, photographing, and storing kimono.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis helpful guide is ideal for individuals who have found, inherited, or purchased a kimono and want to know more about it.\u003cbr\u003ePUBLISHER:\u003cbr\u003eSchiffer Books\u003cbr\u003eAUTHOR:\u003cbr\u003eJustine Sobocan\u003cbr\u003eBIND:\u003cbr\u003eHardback\u003cbr\u003ePAGES:\u003cbr\u003e144\u003cbr\u003eDIMENSIONS:\u003cbr\u003e178 x 254 mm","brand":"NATIONWIDE BOOKS","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":41798083838085,"sku":"PR427508","price":72.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/0213\/3637\/files\/volts9780764365867_0_TSM834VT6Z61.jpg?v=1786166606","url":"https:\/\/smartfoxbooks.com.au\/products\/the-guide-to-kimono-by-justine-sobocan-hardcover","provider":"Smartfox Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}