Published by Kurazo Murota in 1932, xxx pages, xx x xx cm
First edition, softcover
Condition: Good (The interior is in excellent condition for its age. The cover and back cover show significant traces of removed glued paper.)

Modern Design is an exceptionally rare 1932 design book with a striking embossed metal-look cover. A true artifact of early Japanese graphic design, it features vivid color pages, bold advertising layouts, and striking B&W photography that capture the aesthetics of the era.
Primarily focused on Japanese signage and typography, it explores materials, design trends, and lighting techniques within Japan’s advertising industry. Two sections provide a comparative look at U.S., U.K., and German signboard design.

A one-of-a-kind publication and a key historical resource.