Sir Edward Lutyens became the best known British architect of the early part of the 20th century. This book embodies the quintessence of the man and his work; the variety of style and design seen in the houses featured brings together in one volume the many strands of Lutyen’s fertile
Japonisme An important phase in the history of decorative arts is here given authoritative treatment.”—Interior Design The impact of Japan on Western art was as immediate and almost as cataclysmic as the influence of the West on Japanese life. After Commodore Perry opened Japan’s door to the outside world in1858—ending a
Landscapes Stunning landscapes and geological marvels from around the world. Hiroshi Hamaya (1915-1999) was a Japanese documentary photographer. In 1960, he joined the Magnum photography agency, the first Asian photographer to be offered membership. He received the Master of Photography Award from ICP in 1986 and the Hasselblad Award in
