The Chrysanthemum in Japanese Design

The Chrysanthemum in Japanese DesignImported from China during the eighth century, the chrysanthemum has long served as the official flower of Japan. The Japanese monarchy is known as the Chrysanthemum Throne, and the exquisite blossom is widely revered as a symbol of longevity, dignity, and nobility. This volume, reproduced from a rare and expensive publication, features more than 120 color woodblock images of the lovely perennials. Those with an interest in Japanese art and floral

with images of artistic ornaments from antiquity through the 19th century

" Scriabin's last and most revolutionary symphony

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classical allusion

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Over 170 beautifully reproduced plates contain thousands of illustrations depicting an extraordinary array of subjects: mathematical and geometrical problems

this work contains the largest single-volume collection of classical art motifs ever compiled

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Scores of vivid illustrations include 16 full-page color images by W