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Horiyoshi III Ryuki - Mysterious Dragons

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Ryuki - Mysterious Dragons: A superb volume of 250 illustrations of dragons from the master that is Horiyoshi III. The book shows the dragons in a variety of positions and with a variety of other subjects such as Oni, Tigers, Fish, Princesses, Warriors and a whole lot more to go alongside the dragons. The book has a wealth of information contained with, it is an amazing volume and an absolute must have for anyone into Japanese tattooing!

OUT OF PRINT - One Copy Left!!!

Hardcover, Linen Bound, 250 Pages, 30 x 38cm

£475.00*

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