This is a stunning collection of 117 drawings selected by the renowned Japanese sculptor, Churyo Sato (also known for his illustrations of "The Enormous Turnip"), created during his travels around the world. This rare art book is currently highly valued on Amazon and other platforms. ■ Features of this book • Breath of Travel: The beautiful French binding showcases landscapes and people from Europe, Asia, Siberia, and other regions, depicted with the sharp yet warm lines characteristic of a sculptor. • Essay Included: The book also includes an essay titled "Thoughts in Other Countries," providing valuable insight into Sato's thoughts and personality. • Oversized: The large format of 38cm allows you to appreciate the power and detail of each stroke with a realism close to the original drawings. ■ Charm of this book Before becoming a sculptor, Sato aspired to be a painter and possessed exceptional drawing skills. The sketches in this book convey an overwhelming sense of presence, as if sculpting the subject with a pencil, combined with the lighthearted atmosphere unique to travel. These lines, which he continued to draw daily alongside his sculpting work, teach the viewer the importance of "an eye that captures the essence." ■ Condition • Main Body/Contents: In very good condition, showing little sign of aging. There are no signs of the book being opened excessively. As shown in the photos, you can fully appreciate the texture of the paper and the beauty of the lines. • Outer Case: Shows some dirt and signs of aging due to storage. Please understand that this is primarily to protect the contents. • Wax Paper: Has some stains, but will be included as protective wrapping. ■ Shipping We will carefully package and ship this valuable art book. 【Published】First edition, September 12, 1980 【Price】10,000 yen ____ I am selling items that I have loved since I ran an organic restaurant and select shop, items loved by my family, and my own works. I am organizing my belongings as I move on to the next stage of my life. I hope that someone who needs them next will find them useful. 【Combined Purchases】We may be able to offer a discount on shipping costs, so please feel free to inquire in the comments. 【Discounts】We do not negotiate individual prices. Please add items to your favorites and wait for a price reduction. If you feel a connection, please purchase immediately. Please feel free to contact us with any questions about the items.