The first Horikyo tattoo work Vol.2
€ 110
Published by Keibunsha in 2005, 155 pages, 23×35 cm
First edition, hardcover in slipcase, foreword and afterword in English
Condition: Very good ++ (small dents to slipcase corners, book as new)
Part 2 of two volumes portraying the amazing traditional tattoo work of Japanese legend Horikyo.
It includes many new tattoo designs that are exclusive to this edition.
Divided into 6 chapters of irezumi styles:
1. Nagajinnbei / Munewari (Body suit)
2. Gaku (Full back piece)
3. Senuki (Floating back piece)
4. Kaina (Arm and chest)
5. Nuki (Floating pieces)
6. Tattoo
A superb compilation of Horikyo’s fantastic tattoo styles.