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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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Studio Ikebana Vase
Located in Oakland, CA
Studio ceramic Ikebana vase with four upturned
spouts on a rectangular body with a footed base
Category
Vintage 1980s American Japonisme Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Asymmetrical Ikebana Vase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An asymmetrical flat top glazed ikebana vase. The angular vase features a textured a blue, green
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
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
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
Black Ceramic Sculpture or Ikebana Vase
Located in San Diego, CA
Black ceramic sculpture, which can also serve as an ikebana vase. Made in Japan.
Category
20th Century Asian Vases
Materials
Clay
Midcentury Hand Thrown Studio Ikebana Vase 1960s
Located in San Diego, CA
1960s studio Ikebana vase. Fantastic abstract glaze design. Expertly crafted from stoneware.
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Stoneware
