The Japanese Art of Flower Arranging: Ikebana PDF
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The Japanese art of flower arranging: Ikebana
Author: Annik Howa Gendrot
The book “The Japanese Art of Flower Arranging: Ikebana” by Annik Howa Gendrot is a masterful summary of this vibrant art of flower arrangement. In it you will discover how to arrange flowers by line, by colour or in the style of a landscape, as well as new trends in flower arranging.
As for the history of ikebana, the art originated in the Buddhist custom of offering flowers to the Buddha, specifically from the Asuka period through to the Muromachi period. Since its appearance, ikebana has developed greatly and still holds its place in Japanese society today.
Entering the world of ikebana, you will come to understand that arranging flowers is not merely a form of decoration but a subtle expression of the soul and of balance with nature. The Japanese believe ikebana is not just the act of arranging flowers; it carries spiritual value, creating peace and strengthening one's bond with the universe.
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