The natural Japanese affinity for decorative art is apparent in this striking collection of 104 exquisite stencil designs, reproduced from a rare 19th-century publication. Motifs depict — among other subjects — lush florals, bamboo branches, birds on the wing, and rustic country homes. Captions identify the patterns. Republication of Japanische Motive Für Flachenverzierung, Verlag von Julius Becker, Berlin, 1897.
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Traditional Japanese Stencil Designs by Clarence Hornung Versatile collection of 276 exquisite Japanese stencil designs — clouds, birds, butterflies, bamboo, plum and cherry blossoms, geometrics, more. Copyright-free illustrations are ideal for modern decorative and graphic needs.
Japanese Design Motifs by Matsuya Company Definitive catalogue of Japanese heraldic crests featuring almost unlimited variety of plant, animal, bird, and geometric forms, from "wild goose" to "folding fan" to "mountain and mist," each with dozens of variations. 4,260 illustrations.
Artistic Japan: 300 Traditional Spot Illustrations by Siegfried Bing This treasury of elegantly detailed designs draws on centuries-old Japanese traditions. Lush cherry blossoms, enchanting geishas, lute players, tea ceremonies, plus decorative fish and animals will inspire everything from wallpaper to needlework. Includes bonus CD-ROM.
The Ornamental Arts of Japan: 60 Full-Color Plates by George Ashdown Audsley Assembled by a renowned art historian, these vivid illustrations offer spectacular examples of Japanese painting, printing, embroidery, lacquer work, and cloisonné, as well as masterpieces in ivory and porcelain.
