Bornoff, Nicholas,  1949-, <br/><br/>
Things Japanese :  everyday objects of exceptional beauty and significance / 
Nicholas Bornoff ; photographs by Michael Freeman. 
 - Paperback edition. 
 - 143 pages :  colour illustrations ;  23 cm. 
<br/><br/>Includes bibliographical references. 
<br/><br/> ANTIQUES & COLLECTABLES. Things Japanese takes a delightful look at over sixty objects that are uniquely Japanese. Each spread is dedicated to a different item everything from folding paper fans to lacquer ware combs and ceramic tea bowls. Each object is described in detail-giving the historical significance of the object, as well as its place in everyday Japanese life and illustrated with full-color photographs. Each item in the book is listed under its Japanese and English name, and a glossary is provided as an additional aid. 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9784805313039 (paperback) 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Decorative arts--Japan.<br/>Decoration and ornament--Japan.
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Geographic Terms: </label><br/>Japan--Social life and customs.
<br/><br/><label>Dewey Class. No.: </label>745.44952