Abstract

This is the definitive illustrated encyclopedia of traditional patterns, introducing the traditional "patterns" that have been passed down as a Japanese aesthetic sense through illustrations and explanations of approximately 700 artworks. The meanings and origins of the patterns, and how they have been used in art and crafts are organized into categories such as plants, animals, natural phenomena, utensils, geometry, style, and auspiciousness. This is a must-have book for anyone who wants to deepen their knowledge of patterns or use them in their design ideas.

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