THE FLOWER ART OF JAPAN 



vines are twined about the handle alone. 

 They come, as the illustrations show, in 

 standard, hanging, and are also fitted with 

 tin and may be used for water-growing 

 plants. They came to Japan from China 

 and are one of the oldest forms of flower 

 holders. 



These Chinese makers of these baskets 

 sent one to Yoshima through one of his 

 retainers, requesting that so unworthy a 

 vase should be placed on an unusually 

 beautiful stand to enhance the plainness 

 of his gift. Yoshima was so charmed by 

 its simple elegance, that he ordered it placed 

 without stand or tray. This accounts for 

 seeing baskets used so frequently without 

 the usual stand. 



