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VERY RARE - 1st Ed. 'Original Illustrations of Hiroshi Manabe' - 1979 - $65 (Lombard)
condition:
like new
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An AMAZING find! So COOL!
Book is still in its original sleeve; BOTH are in LIKE NEW Condition!
A MUST HAVE for the artist, fan, collector, commercial artist, and/or Japanese culture follower.
1979 first edition published by Heibonsha (Japan).
I cannot find this anywhere. Here's a great buy at a great price for some lucky buyer!
Stored safely (Sealed in a smoke free home.
Wil be packed well and shipped promptly upon purchase.
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The illustrator Hiroshi Manabe has created designs for magazines, commercial posters, magazines, book covers and more. His works show surreal and futuristic themes.
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Hiroshi Manabe's artistic style is a fascinating blend of retro-futurism and avant-garde illustration. He was particularly active during the 1960s and 70s, creating works that reflected both optimism for the future and a keen awareness of the present. His illustrations often featured bold, clean lines, a minimalist yet expressive approach, and a visionary aesthetic that made him a standout in Japanese sci-fi and commercial art.
Manabe was well known for his promotional illustrations for the 1970 Osaka Expo, as well as his book cover designs for Japanese sci-fi author Shinichi Hoshi. His work also extended to Agatha Christie's translated books, showcasing his versatility in adapting his style to different genres. His ability to merge modernist simplicity with futuristic themes has made his work increasingly popular among younger audiences, especially amid the current retro boom.