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List of books and articles about japan, nara period. Books by yoshitomo nara author of the lonesome puppy. Yoshitomo nara, the girl with the knife in her hand, 1991. Set of two offset lithographic posters, printed in colours, on wove paper, from the edition of 500, published by baltic centre for contemporary art. Nara is widelyknown for his neopop paintings, similar to that in childrens books and comics. From masahiro maki gallery, yoshitomo nara, guitar girl 2003, lithograph, 49. The artwork of yoshitomo nara is deceptively simple. Yoshitomo naras most popular book is the lonesome puppy. Yoshitomo nara little wanderer and pup cup, image via girl and dog in the world of yoshitomo nara. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
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