The Japanese Art of Flower Arranging Ikebana, or Japanese flower arranging, is more than just putting flowers in a container.
About the Author: Shozo Sato is a freelance artist in Ikebana, sumi-e and theater.
208 Pages
Crafts + Hobbies, Flower Arranging

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Book Synopsis

The Japanese Art of Flower Arranging

Ikebana, or Japanese flower arranging, is more than just putting flowers in a container. Ikebana is a disciplined art form in which the arrangement is a living thing, where nature and humanity are brought together. Written by renowned Ikebana expert Shozo Sato, Ikebana: The Art of Arranging Flowers is a classic Ikebana text updated for modern readers.

Ikebana history and styles

Ikebana: The Art of Arranging Flowers presents a fascinating overview of the history of Ikebana to present day, and introduces classic Ikebana styles such as Rikka, Seika and Moribana to Freestyle.

Japanese flower arranging instructions

The tools of Ikebana and basic Ikebana flower-arranging techniques are clearly explained. Simple but detailed instructions guide Ikebana enthusiasts through the process of making dozens of stunning floral arrangements.

Review Quotes

"This book, which covers all the major schools and styles of Japanese flower arranging, was first published in 1968 and remains an essential guide to learning the craft." --My Modern Met

About the Author

Shozo Sato is a freelance artist in Ikebana, sumi-e and theater. He is the author of numerous books including Tea Ceremony and Ikebana.

Kasen Yoshimura is the Third Grandmaster of the Ryusei School of Ikebana. Currently, he is president of both the Japan Ikebana Art Association and the All Japan Ikebana Arts Association.

Specifications

Dimensions (Overall): 11.9 Inches (H) x 8.9 Inches (W) x .8 Inches (D)

Weight: 2.2 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 208

Genre: Crafts + Hobbies

Sub-Genre: Flower Arranging

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Format: Paperback

Author: Shozo Sato

Language: English

Street Date: February 12, 2013

TCIN: 82978994

UPC: 9784805312667

Item Number (DPCI): 247-23-0102

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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