THE FLOWER ART OF JAPAN 



care in reference to the flowers to be used. 

 There are certain combinations of vase and 

 flowers which have to the Japanese, besides 

 artistic value, certain virtues given these 

 different combinations by Yoshimasa. For 

 example, a vase made from old wood hold- 

 ing a twining vine expresses aspiration, 

 Cboko-tei. Serenity is expressed by a hang- 

 ing bronze boat filled with white chrysan- 

 themums, which suggests a ship with a full 

 cargo in port. 



All these quaint fancies help to bring 

 about a perfect harmony of flowers and 

 vase which is never lost sight of in Japanese 

 floral decoration. 



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