Hisui Sugiura (杉浦 非水, Sugiura Hisui, May 15, 1876 - August 18, 1965) was a Japanese graphic designer who was a pioneer of modern Japanese graphic design. One of Japan’s most gifted graphic designers, was heavily influenced by Art Nouveau and Art Deco. His wonderful works have left long-lasting marks on the evolution of modern design from the prewar era through today. He, in his own way, realized the philosophy of American pop culture known by such artists as Andy Warhol or Roy Lichtenstein. Publisher: Kaneo Bun'en-do 金尾文淵堂 , Taisho 8 /1919, second edition, 25 plates Illustrations: 木版彫刻 Woodblock Carving: 大倉半兵衛 Ōkura Hanbei, 岡田満次郎 Okada Manjirō, 長谷川香太郎 Hasegawa Kōtarō, Text is letterpress printed (movable type) Portrait of Sugiura Hisui by Kuroda Seiki There are stains, a few corners missing but the images are intact. The plates are floating, single sheets, they were published like that. Covers are worn. All plates scanned any damage can be seen in photos. Shipping insured and express by DPD/FedEx/UPS, reaching anywhere in Europe & US in 4-5 working days.