Cherry Blossoms - Sakura Collections from the Library of Congress (Hardcover)

A beautiful gift book commemorating the nation's most cherished springtime tradition, the National Cherry Blossom Festival, through original works of art from the Library of Congress collections Experience the splendor of the annual spring viewing of the nation's sakura (cherry blossoms) with this stunning keepsake book. Original artwork, photographs, and objects from the Library of Congress collections illuminate the story of these landmark trees and how they came to the nation's capital as a symbol of friendship with Japan. More than one million visitors from the US and abroad gather each year to enjoy Washington's glorious profusion of cloud-like blossoms and join in the festivities. Cherry Blossoms: Sakura Collections from the Library of Congress showcases exquisite watercolor drawings of blossom varieties among the original cherry trees, Japanese woodblock prints by such master artists as Kiyonaga and Hiroshige, early 3-D stenographs and contemporary photos of the Tidal Basin cherry blossoms, mementos from a former cherry blossom princess, posters of the festival, and more. These works offer the opportunity to explore Japanese culture while celebrating Washington's beloved cherry blossoms.

General

Imprint:	Smithsonian Books
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	February 2020
First published:	2020
Authors:	Mari Nakahara • Katherine Blood
Foreword by:	Carla D. Hayden
Dimensions:	203 x 203 x 16mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	96
ISBN-13:	978-1-58834-684-1
Categories:	Books > Sport & Leisure > Natural history, country life & pets > Plant life: general > General Promotions
LSN:	1-58834-684-6
Barcode:	9781588346841

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