★ Item Description


Title:  "Koroshi wa Edo no Performance" with Toshio Saeki Illustrations


Delve into the dark and captivating world of Edo-era murders with this rare find - "Koroshi wa Edo no Performance" (Murders were Show of Edo Era) magazine. This 216-page gem features a stunning color cover and seven chapters, each adorned with one-page illustrations by the legendary artist Toshio Saeki.


Bio of Toshio Saeki:

Toshio Saeki, born in 1945 in Miyazaki prefecture, Japan, was a trailblazing illustrator known for his unique style blending eroticism and cruelty. He rose to prominence with his debut on the popular weekly magazine for young men, Heibon Punch, in 1970. Saeki's vivid cover illustrations on Ninja novels authored by Futaro Yamada captured the imagination of audiences, making him an icon of underground culture in the 1970s.


Saeki's work, often described as a modern-day ukiyo-e, continues to resonate with fans worldwide, earning him numerous exhibitions in countries such as the U.S. and France. Despite his passing on November 21, 2019, at the age of 74, Saeki's legacy lives on through his provocative and boundary-pushing art.


Don't miss your chance to own a piece of art history with this rare book featuring Toshio Saeki's mesmerizing illustrations. Add it to your collection today!


Specifications:


Title: Koroshi wa Edo no Performance (Murders were Show of Edo Era)

Pages: 216

Cover: Color

Illustrations: One-page illustrations by Toshio Saeki in each of the seven chapters


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