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Kasouhidenshuu (家相秘傳集 上下), Vol 1 & 2, by Matsuura Kinkaku (松浦琴鶴)
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Kasouhidenshuu (家相秘傳集), authored by Matsuura Kinkaku (松浦琴鶴), is a significant work in the realm of traditional Japanese architectural philosophy. The two-volume collection delves into Kasou (家相), a practice akin to Chinese feng shui, focusing on the auspicious design and arrangement of homes and buildings. Shown here is Volume 1 of the collection, published by Bunseido (文盛堂) in 1936 (昭和十一年).
Matsuura Kinkaku, born in Osaka during the late Edo period, was a prolific writer who contributed extensively to Japanese architectural and spiritual literature. In Kasouhidenshuu, he combines eloquent prose with detailed graphics and diagrams, offering insights into the art of spatial arrangement to promote harmony and well-being within living spaces.
For those interested in exploring this work further, the National Institute of Japanese Literature provides an online bibliographic entry: https://kokusho.nijl.
This is a very old set in good vintage condition, minor discolorations throughout. 46 marked pages in volume 1, 49 marked pages in volume 2.
Dimensions
8 1/4 x 5 13/16 x 1/4 inches
