Silk on Boards. First Edition. No date given, but Library of Congress lists date as 1965. Decorative green silk covers with gilt titles and a pictorial cover illustration. 366 pp. 56 color with many tipped in , and 428 b/w illustrations. Discussions on style, technique, symbolism, form, and traditions. Includes a basic course in the 12 forms of the popular "Moribana" style of ikebana, proceeding to more advanced forms; includes 4 appendices (one on plant symbolism) plus index. This book was recently re-issued in a shorter (208 pages), less lavish edition. You may want to get this older edition as well, for the illustrations alone - they are gorgeous! COLLECTORS NOTE: many of the color illustrations are tipped in (that is, printed separately and adhered only at the corners). Some may have been removed over the years, as they are suitable for framing. You may want to inquire as to whether they are all present before purchasing your copy. A real treasure, and a fine example of bookmaking.
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A stunning volume,
By swabby429 (Norfolk, NE USA) - See all my reviews The book, itself, is a work of art created with great care and craftsmanship. It does great justice to the subject matter. If you are an admirer of Ikebana or if you are a Japanophile, this book would be a fine addition to your library.
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Sine-qua-non of Ikebana,
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This review is from: The Art of Arranging Flowers: A Complete Guide to Japanese Ikebana (Hardcover)
The book by Sato is the book as a primer for learning and practicing Ikebana. Beautifully written and illustrated it's easy to understand and relate to Japanese flower arranging as a true art form. This book will help anyone with a lifetime of meaningful learning and enjoyment through what could otherwise be an unfamiliar journey haphazardly taken by those without the insight and careful guidance offered by Mr. Sato. A real treasure.
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Authoritative reference for Ikebana,
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This review is from: The Art of Arranging Flowers: A Complete Guide to Japanese Ikebana (Hardcover)
I came across this book in a used book store for $35, and bought it immediately. I could not imagine being a student of floral design without it!
Later, when I began teaching, I used it in my contemporary floral design class for a three class segment on Ikebana. So much of contemporary design incorportates the principles of Ikebana that I felt it essential for developing an understanding of asymetric balance, negative space, and the concept of less is more. This book covers the traditional schools, and forms, including classic techniques for creating supportive, but invisible, armatures. It is an authoritative source for traditional Ikebana designs and techniques. I highly recommend it!
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