A set of 4 specialized books and catalogs from Bijutsu Shuppan-sha, centered on masterpieces and famous books of Western art! This set includes representative works by masters such as Rembrandt, Velázquez, and Renoir, as well as a famous book on the theme of nature and water, offering a high level of content and reference value. 【Set Contents】 ① "The Night Watch" Author: Horst K. W. Helling Translator: Kosaku Maeda / Publisher: Bijutsu Shuppan-sha / Published: 1975 One book from the "Masterpiece Paintings" series. A thorough explanation of Rembrandt's masterpiece, "The Night Watch," from the perspectives of art historical background, composition, and criticism. Includes numerous statements by famous critics such as Goncourt, Fromentin, Claudel, Malraux, and Kenneth Clark. ② "Las Meninas - Diego Velázquez" Author: Jacques Lassaigne Translator: Seiji Oshima / Publisher: Bijutsu Shuppan-sha / Published: 1974 / 58 pages A critical book solely dedicated to Velázquez's masterpiece, "Las Meninas." Analyzes the production background, composition, perspective, and the meaning of the mirror from multiple angles. Also includes excerpts from the essays of Paul Claudel, Michel Foucault, and René Huyghe. ③ "Renoir: From Outsider to Master, 1870-1892" Exhibition Catalog (2001 / Bridgestone Museum of Art, Ishibashi Foundation & Nagoya City Art Museum) Covers approximately 20 years from Impressionism to the return to classicism and the development of a unique style. Features "Portrait of Mademoiselle Legrand" on the cover, with a large volume of 255 pages. A valuable research resource, including academic papers, a chronology, and references. ④ "Water Planet - A Hymn to the Earth and the Spirits of Water" Author: Lyall Watson Photographer: Jerry Derbyshire / Translator: Mie Uchida Publisher: Kawade Shobo Shinsha A famous book by the author known for "Lifetide" and "The Nature of Things," depicting the mystery of water and the Earth. Features beautiful photographs and poetic writing. 【Condition】 ・Some wear and tear due to age, such as scratches, yellowing, and minor damage to the edges of the covers. ・The pages inside are clean and do not interfere with reading or viewing. ※Please check the photos for the condition. 【Recommended Points】 ✔ Standard books for the study of Western art and masterpieces ✔ A comprehensive set of exhibition catalogs, critical books, and natural science books ✔ Recommended for those interested in art history, philosophy, and criticism Thank you for viewing. Western Art Masterpieces Art Books Exhibition Catalog Rembrandt The Night Watch Velázquez Las Meninas Renoir Impressionism Bijutsu Shuppan-sha Masterpiece Paintings