Dictionary of Color Combinations | Colors of the Taisho and Showa Periods

This book features 348 patterns of vibrant color combinations inspired by the Taisho and early Showa eras, offering a modern twist on classic Japanese design. Reviving the timeless "Haishoku Soukan," originally compiled by Sanzo Wada in 1933, this compact color reference guide showcases a groundbreaking collection of color schemes from a period when the concept of "color coordination" was still novel in Japan. Wada's work was pioneering in its focus on the importance of color, making this book a significant milestone in Japanese color culture. In this newly revised and beautifully reissued edition, you'll find: 348 unique color patterns meticulously curated for both historical and contemporary use CMYK values and color chips provided for every color chart Perfect for color coordinators, interior designers, and researchers across various fields This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the study and practical application of color. Dictionary of Color Combinations Vol.2 is available. Sanzo Wada  (1883~1967) Sanzo Wada's interest in the importance of color prompted him to found the Japan Standard Color Association (present-day Japan Color Research Institute) in 1927.Active not only as a color researcher but also as an artist, fashion designer, and stage and film art director, he received the 1955 Academy Award for Best Costume Design for Gate of Hell and was recognized as a Person of Cultural Merit by the Japanese government in 1958.