Iro: The Essence of Color in Japanese Design

The traditional colors of Japan have been in use since the seventh century, originally to indicate rank and social hierarchy but, over time, their significance has broadened to include all manner of designed objects. 'Iro' features a curated selection of 200 colors (iro in Japanese), with each traditional shade illustrated by one or more items, ranging from 16th-century kimonos to kitchen utensils, contemporary chairs to ceramics. Bound beautifully in a traditional Japanese style.