Yuji Tezuka Art Collection: The Phantom Dragon

Publication Year: 1997
Pages: 88
Illustrations: 30 (including 16 sketches)
Size: 257 x 210 mm
Special Edition: Thread-bound hardcover
Navy cloth with linen slipcase
Printed on Vellum paper, limited edition of 1,000 copies, this is copy #145
Artist Yuji Tezuka's signature and seal are affixed to the colophon.

This is Yuji Tezuka's first art collection. It features his recent representative works and pieces inspired by the Kurobe Gorge, allowing you to fully appreciate Tezuka's artistic world. The painting Maboroshi no Taki (Phantom Waterfall), which also serves as the title of the collection, is a waterfall located in Tsurugizawa, Kurobe Gorge. The artist's personal account details the circumstances of his visit to this hidden location, guided by Ishimori Takashima. The colophon also includes the artist's original signature and seal.

Table of Contents
Works 1996-1986
Encounter - Kurobe Gorge
・ Paintings - Yuji Tezuka / Kenichi Nakamura
・ Kurobe Field Notes
・ Memory - Maboroshi no Taki / Yuji Tezuka
・ Direct Record of Tsurugidake Great Waterfall / Ishimori Takashima
・ Memories of the Future - Selene Museum / Masatoshi Hamada

Included Works
Hiryu Gorge, Black Wall, Hoshikude-dake Peak, Phantom Waterfall, Final Banquet, Dochu-kyo, Citizen, Citizen, Iwa, Mō, Yō, Kō, Izumi, Hiryu Gorge, Kurobe Dam, Kumokiri Falls, Deirokuhō, Phantom Waterfall, Phantom Waterfall, Jūjikyō, Dehira, Keyakidaira, Yatsudatsu-mine, Citizen, Asukagawa, Jaipur, Terracotta Army

The images may be blurry, but there are two stains on the upper part of the paper cover and on the first page of the book due to age-related deterioration. However, the interior is free of yellowing and is in very good condition.
While this should not affect viewing, please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive to items that have been stored at home for many years.
We kindly ask for your consideration if you understand and accept this as a used item.