Infinite Spaces: The Art and Wisdom of the Japanese Garden;

Infinite Spaces: The Art and Wisdom of the Japanese Garden; Based on the Sakuteiki by Tachibana no Toshitsuna
Based on classical Japanese writings, this Zen gardening book is full of insightful commentary and lush photographs.

Japanese gardens have long been admired for their capacity to improve on nature through impeccable design, detail, and composition: properties that elevate them from mere gardens to sacred spaces. The Sakuteiki, literally "notes on garden design," by the eleventh-century courtier and poet Tachibana no Toshitsuna laid out the original principles that shaped the design of these gardens. A distillation of centuries of garden design, the Sakuteiki remains a vital influence for garden makers in Japan today.

Infinite Spaces pairs extracts from the Sakuteiki with inspiring images that beautifully illustrate the principles of this ancient work. Sadao Hibi's superb photographs capture some of Japan's best-known gardensâ‚¬"from austere compositions in stone and gravel to richly planted landscapes. The photographs express the extraordinary beauty and diversity of one of the world's most ancient and revered styles of gardening. Discover a treasure trove of practical advice and philosophical insight on building and maintaining pools, lakes, and streams; arranging stones for the most natural and harmonious effect; and designing water features and placing stones to welcome auspicious deities while excluding malevolent influences.

Japanese gardening topics include:
- Principles of Garden Design
- Pools and Lakes
- Waterfalls
- Streams
- Trees and Mounds
- Good and Evil
- Stones
This timeless visual artistry of the gardens and the specific design techniques will inspire you to create magnificent garden sanctuaries in your own backyard.
Country USA
Brand Tuttle Publishing
Manufacturer Tuttle Publishing
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber , colour illustrations
ReleaseDate 2013-04-26
UnitCount 1
Format Illustrated
UPCs 884385268909
EANs 9784805312698

Country	USA
Brand	Tuttle Publishing
Manufacturer	Tuttle Publishing
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	, colour illustrations
ReleaseDate	2013-04-26
UnitCount	1
Format	Illustrated
UPCs	884385268909
EANs	9784805312698

Infinite Spaces: The Art and Wisdom of the Japanese Garden; Based on the Sakuteiki by Tachibana no Toshitsuna

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