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What is the purpose of ikebana?
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Ikebana means living flowers and in Japanese culture the art of flower arranging is either called ikebana or kadō. The purpose of these floral works of art goes beyond the decorative. It is meant to cause people to appreciate the beauty of nature and be aware of the small joys in life. Shop a selection of Japanese art from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Modernist Ceramic Ikebana Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice MCM modernist white ceramic Ikebana vase, circa 1960s. The vase is made of ceramic, in
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
$200 Sale Price
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Antique Bronze Ikebana Vase Japan
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Antique Ikebana Vase Bronze Bowl with floral relief
Unable to read symbols
Very old thick
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Modern Vases
Materials
Bronze
KITA LIVING x İLAERG. Ikebana Vase
By İlayda Ergün
Located in Bomonti, TR
Attributed to the centuries-old Japanese art of arranging flowers, Ikebana Vase is created with
Category
2010s Turkish Japonisme Vases
Materials
Stoneware
TOYO Ceramic Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century
By Toyo
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
TOYO Ceramic Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century.
Category
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Modernist Japanese Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century
By Toyo
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Modernist Japanese Ikebana Vase, Japan, 20th Century.
Category
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Toyo Japanese Ikebana Vase, 1960s
By Toyo
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This Japanese ikebana vase was made in the 1960s. It has a textured exterior with a glaze applied
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic