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Japanese flower arrangement with daisy, vase and tray
Japanese flower arrangement with daisy, leaf, vase and tray. Handcoloured woodblock engraving hanga from a book of the Shinshintei school of Ikebana, 1835
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1835 Arrangement Arranging Daffodil Daisy Hanga Ikebana Shinshintei Tool Tray Vase Woodblock Woodcut
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This exquisite handcoloured woodblock engraving, titled "Shinshintei School of Ikebana: Daisy, Vase, and Tray," is a captivating example of Japanese flower arrangement art from the 19th century Edo period. The image showcases the delicate beauty of natural elements, with a daisy, daffodil, suisen (a type of water plant), and various leaves artfully arranged in a vase atop a tray. The Shinshintei School of Ikebana, also known as the "New Divine Tea School," was a prominent Japanese ikebana (flower arrangement) style that emerged during the mid-1800s. This artistic movement emphasized the importance of nature, spirituality, and harmony in the arrangement of flowers and foliage. The woodblock engraving technique used to create this print involved carving intricate designs into wooden blocks and then pressing ink onto the surface, resulting in a detailed and vibrant image. The handcolouring further enhances the print's beauty, adding depth and richness to the natural tones of the flowers and leaves. The arrangement itself is a masterclass in balance and symmetry, with the daisy and daffodil gracefully positioned in the vase, their petals and leaves delicately intertwined. The suisen adds a touch of aquatic elegance, while the leaves provide texture and contrast. The tray beneath the vase, adorned with intricate patterns, completes the composition and emphasizes the importance of the container in ikebana. This stunning print is not only a testament to the artistic prowess of the Shinshintei School of Ikebana but also a reminder of the deep connection between the Japanese people and the natural world. It invites us to appreciate the simple beauty of flowers and the artistry of those who arrange them, transporting us to a time and place where nature and artistry harmoniously coexisted.
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