Monday, July 20, 2015

Less is truly more

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Sato, Shozo, The Art of Arranging Flowers: A Complete Guide to Japanese Ikebana (Harry N. Abrams, 1st ed., 1965). LOC 65-20323.  

Declared a National Treasure by Japan in 2004, Sato (b. 1933- ) is an internationally recognized master of the zen arts and a director renowned for translating western stage classics- Macbeth, Faust, Otello- to kabuki form.

Brilliantly illustrated guide to the minimalist wonder that is ikebana. Hardcover, mylar dust jacket, very good condition. The book was printed and bound in Japan. Quarto, 366 pp. HBB price: $50.

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