No 411/1755

Behind this not so exiting headline hides a wonderful book, The Collectors Island No 1. The book is printed by “Fondazione Cologni Dei Mestieri DÁrte”, an Italian foundation of arts started by a watchmaker. The book is one of a kind (and the first edition) collecting a series of articles about world collectors of art pieces. So, what has this to do with bonsai? A little, because I contributed with an article and photos about Japanese bonsai collector Daizo Iwasaki, who passed away earlier this year.

I am really proud of being a contributor to this very special book, which stands out extraordinary in printing techniques and layout. I hope this honors’ the spirit of Daizo Iwasaki, and it places bonsai as art on a high level being included in this first edition of Collectors Island.

The book I received is No 411 out of the printed 1755 copies. No 412 goes to Naomi Iwasaki, Daizo Iwasakis widow.

Regards
Morten Albek


Daizo Iwasaki








The watchmakers item.


Example from the books other items of collection, and the layout.

I visited this Bonsai Garden as part of the ASPAC tour in November of 2011. I was told that the collection will be sold.

You can see an other pictures on my blog: Matsu Bonsai

Morten,
Thank you for sharing this information. I watched your video featuring Sensei Daizo this morning and was in awe. I would love to have met him in person. At least his trees will tell his legacy!
Best,
Todd