Rankafu: Orchid Print Album

Rankafu showcases for the first time an exceptional set of orchid woodblock prints from early 20th century Japan. Considered masterworks of botanical art, the Rankafu prints are visually stunning and reproduced here in full colour, showcasing the fine details of this spectacular art form. • Exceptional set of orchid woodblock prints from early 20th century Japan• 98 orchid woodblock prints and 60 watercolour paintings, all in full colour•Tells the story of Shotaro Kaga, a pioneering horticulturist and orchid grower in early 20thcentury Japan who published a stunning collection of orchid woodblock prints based on hisextensive collection of tropical orchid species and hybrids•Offers a window into Japanese history and culture in the first half of the 20th century•The most comprehensive work to date on Rankafu, unrivalled in its breadth of information andresearch•Visually stunning book that will appeal to orchid enthusiasts and lovers of botanical art

• | Author: Stephen Kirby, Toshikazu Doi, Toru Otsuka
• | Publisher: Royal Botanic Gardens
• | Publication Date: Apr 01, 2019
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• | Binding: Hardback
• | ISBN-13: 9781842466681
• | ISBN-10: 1842466682