'Sword Art - The Masterworks of Scott Slobodian' Book by Scott Slobodian
With 120 full color photographs this book takes you on a journey of Scott Slobodian's art. In this book you will experience his swords, fixed blade knives, folding knives, cast menuke & metal fittings, turned wood, spear heads and jewelry by this extremely versitile man.
from the Publisher: "This is the quintessential book on the art of making Japanese style swords and knives by the master craftsman, Scott Slobodian. Included is a bonus gallery that provides a rich complement showing his award-winning historical and fantasy knives, as well as miniatures. His international reputation stands as a testament to the fact that Scott is one of the definitive designers and craftsmen fo this special art form today."
from Scott Slobodian: "Many years ago, a Japanese-American friend took me to see his family's old and treasured samurai sword. After committing every breach of sword-viewing etiquette and running my fingers all over the blade, I wanted to know why an old sword commanded so much reverence and respect. Later, armed with a little knowledge, I became enchanted.
About this time, my wife brought an East Asian Studies degree to the relationship. She studied in Japan. The Shogun exhibit was also touring the country. I was primed.
Musashi, who was Japan's greatest swordsman, was also a great painter, poet, writer, and ceramicist. My love of making things, from models of cars, planes and boats, jewelry, furniture, guns and sculputure coalesced into the Samurai Sword. I truly value the blending of old steel technology, fish skins, rare woods, silk and fine jewelry into a cohesive work of art.. the Japanese Sword!"
144 pages, 120 full color photographs, coffee table photography book in large 9" x 12" size.
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