Japanese Flower Arrangement: Classical And Modern
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A comprehensive guide to the art of ikebana, Japanese Flower Arrangement: Classical and Modern presents both the time-honored traditions and contemporary interpretations of one of Japan's most revered art forms. Norman J. Sparnon, a highly respected Western authority on ikebana and a senior instructor in the Sogetsu school, instructs readers through the foundational principles and philosophical underpinnings that distinguish Japanese floral arrangement from its Western counterparts. The work details the classical schools — including Ikenobo, Ohara, and Sogetsu — while also illustrating how modern practitioners have pushed the boundaries of the form into bold, sculptural expressions. Written with clarity and deep cultural respect, it serves as both an accessible introduction for beginners and a rich reference for advanced students seeking to deepen their practice. The tone is authoritative yet inviting, bridging Eastern aesthetic philosophy and practical technique in a way that makes this enduring art form approachable for a global audience.
Author: Norman J. Sparnon
Format: Hardback
Published: 1961, Charles E. Tuttle Company
Genre: The arts
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A comprehensive guide to the art of ikebana, Japanese Flower Arrangement: Classical and Modern presents both the time-honored traditions and contemporary interpretations of one of Japan's most revered art forms. Norman J. Sparnon, a highly respected Western authority on ikebana and a senior instructor in the Sogetsu school, instructs readers through the foundational principles and philosophical underpinnings that distinguish Japanese floral arrangement from its Western counterparts. The work details the classical schools — including Ikenobo, Ohara, and Sogetsu — while also illustrating how modern practitioners have pushed the boundaries of the form into bold, sculptural expressions. Written with clarity and deep cultural respect, it serves as both an accessible introduction for beginners and a rich reference for advanced students seeking to deepen their practice. The tone is authoritative yet inviting, bridging Eastern aesthetic philosophy and practical technique in a way that makes this enduring art form approachable for a global audience.