History of Vases, Manual of Vase Flowers – A Romantic History of Flowers and Vases, A Journey Through Aesthetics Ancient and Modern

"A History of Vases" (Ping Shi) and "A Manual of Vase Flowers" (Ping Hua Pu) are two highly representative classic works on flower arranging from ancient China. "A History of Vases," written by Yuan Hongdao of the Ming Dynasty, emphasizes the integration of flowers with their environment and focuses on expressing the refined tastes of literati, offering unique insights into the selection and arrangement of floral materials. "A Manual of Vase Flowers," authored by Zhang Qiande, also from the Ming Dynasty, systematically elaborates on the specific techniques of flower arrangement and the detailed methods of flower care, presented in a clear and organized manner. Both works demonstrate the high level of ancient vase flower artistry, bearing witness to the aesthetic trends and cultural heritage of that era, and are precious treasures for studying and preserving traditional flower arranging art. This book references various common editions for collation and is organized in the form of original texts, annotations, translations, and informal commentaries. Additionally, it is accompanied by 40 ancient paintings, perfectly recreating the exquisite artistry and profound essence of ancient Chinese flower arranging.

2024-09-01

萬卷出版公司

168

9787547065396