Girls are adorned in lace and buried by butterflies.

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This collection covers works from Mao Hamaguchi's early days to her current works, depicting adolescent girls who exude both elegance and melancholy.

This is the long-awaited first collection from this acclaimed artist, who has appeared in solo and group exhibitions both in Japan and abroad, as well as illustrated books and theater posters!

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A secluded, tranquil miniature garden.

Butterflies as symbols of dreams of the outside world.

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My works are born from weaving together the landscapes and memories I have seen.

Both the butterflies and the girls are inherent in my daily life, and perhaps by sublimating them into paintings I have protected and saved myself.

What I value is expressing lingering emotions and feelings in people's hearts.

I hope my works will bring light to the darkness and provide a rest for the viewer's hearts.

I would be extremely happy if this collection of works can touch someone's heart.

--Mao Hamaguchi

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B5 size, 96 pages, 3,091yen (consumption tax not included)

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