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Discover the exquisite 'Atlas: Tadao Ando', a compelling hardback book that showcases the profound work of one of Japan's most revered architects, Tadao Ando. Authored by Philippe Seclier and published by Prestel Publishing, this 296-page volume provides a unique exploration of Ando's architectural genius through an artistic lens. Published on September 7, 2021, this stunning book features original black and white photography that captures the essence of 130 architectural masterpieces, including renowned structures like the Church of the Light and various art museums scattered globally. Seclier's meticulous approach to photography over a nine-year journey allows readers to appreciate Ando's innovative use of light, shadow, and geometry in his work. The book is thoughtfully organized chronologically, presenting a mosaic of images that reflect the thematic and geographic diversity of Ando's projects from Tokyo transit stations to a theater in Milan. Alongside his captivating visuals, Seclier offers insightful commentary on each building, making this atlas an essential resource for architecture enthusiasts and students alike. The helpful appendix provides further context on Ando's architectural reach, making it a must-have for your collection. We are pleased to offer combined shipping options. As a NZ-owned business located in Auckland, we ensure this product is readily available in-stock, eliminating unexpected import charges, custom duties, or taxes.
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 210 x 285 mm
Pages: 296
Bind: hardback
Author: Philippe Seclier Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Publication Date: 07-09-2021
This highly original and personal exploration of Tadao Ando’s work, one of Japan’s leading architects, traverses both the physical and spiritual world. In 2012, Philippe Se?clier visited Tadao Ando’s iconic Church of the Light, and was immediately compelled to journey around the world to further study the architect’s buildings. This unique presentation of Ando’s work is the result of what turned into a nine-year project to photograph 130 buildings. Walking around each structure, trying to find the proper framing, helped Séclier understand Ando’s genius for siting and composition. Loosely organized by chronology, each building is represented in numerous black and white images, arranged like a mosaic on the page. These fragmented views correspond to Ando’s own philosophy of the logic of structure and geometry. This »atlas« embraces not only the geographic but also thematic range of Ando’s oeuvre—from transit stations in Tokyo and Kobe to art museums in Fort Worth, Texas and Provence, France; from an artists’ retreat on the Mexican coast to the now-demolished Piccadilly Gardens in Manchester, England; from a theater in Milan, Italy, to an upscale restaurant in New York City. Se?clier’s photographs of Ando’s numerous religious structures brilliantly illustrate his use of light and shadow to evoke spiritual depth and timelessness while his short texts offer concise observations of each building. A helpful appendix pinpoints the geographic diversity and range of Ando’s oeuvre.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 210 x 285 mm
Pages: 296
Bind: hardback
Author: Philippe Seclier Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Publication Date: 07-09-2021
This highly original and personal exploration of Tadao Ando’s work, one of Japan’s leading architects, traverses both the physical and spiritual world. In 2012, Philippe Se?clier visited Tadao Ando’s iconic Church of the Light, and was immediately compelled to journey around the world to further study the architect’s buildings. This unique presentation of Ando’s work is the result of what turned into a nine-year project to photograph 130 buildings. Walking around each structure, trying to find the proper framing, helped Séclier understand Ando’s genius for siting and composition. Loosely organized by chronology, each building is represented in numerous black and white images, arranged like a mosaic on the page. These fragmented views correspond to Ando’s own philosophy of the logic of structure and geometry. This »atlas« embraces not only the geographic but also thematic range of Ando’s oeuvre—from transit stations in Tokyo and Kobe to art museums in Fort Worth, Texas and Provence, France; from an artists’ retreat on the Mexican coast to the now-demolished Piccadilly Gardens in Manchester, England; from a theater in Milan, Italy, to an upscale restaurant in New York City. Se?clier’s photographs of Ando’s numerous religious structures brilliantly illustrate his use of light and shadow to evoke spiritual depth and timelessness while his short texts offer concise observations of each building. A helpful appendix pinpoints the geographic diversity and range of Ando’s oeuvre.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.