Iro

‘A book that proves valuable for collectors and color obsessives.’ - Introspective

‘Bright and luminous.’ - Remodelista

‘Exquisitely packaged.’ - Aspire Design & Home

‘What struck me first about Rossella Mennegazzo’s book was it’s Japanese style binding … Its pages continued to impress with texture and content. This beautiful book explores 200 colors (iro), with each traditional Japanese hue represented by one or more noteworthy items. Everything from modern furniture to utensils and kimonos are included in the carefully curated collection that you have to see in person for the utmost appreciation.’ - Kelly Beall, Design Milk

Rossella Menegazzo is Associate Professor of the History of East Asian Art at the University of Milan, with a PhD in Oriental Studies from Ca’ Foscari University, Venice. She is the author of numerous texts on Japanese photography, graphic design, and traditional ukiyo-e art, and curator of several exhibitions. Menegazzo is a regular contributor to national newspapers in Italy, writing articles on Japanese culture and art. In 2017 she was appointed with the Japanese Foreign Minister’s Commendation. Menegazzo is the co-author of Phaidon’s bestselling Wa: The Essence of Japanese Design.