The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, vol. 06, No. 02, February…
"The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, vol. 06, No. 02, February…" is a scholarly publication focusing on the intricate art of Japanese gardens, produced in early 1900. This document serves as a detailed examination of the aesthetic principles, cultural significance, and artistic techniques involved in creating traditional Japanese gardens. It offers insights into the historical context and symbolic meanings embedded in this unique form of landscape design. The content of the brochuredelves into various aspects of Japanese gardening, emphasizing that these gardens are not merely collections of plants but rather artistic expressions representing natural landscapes. The author discusses the diverse styles of gardens, such as "Hill Gardens" and "Flat Gardens," and the importance of incorporating water, rocks, and vegetation in accordance with specific design principles. It further highlights the meticulous attention to detail and the adherence to longstanding conventions that characterize garden layout and accessory choices, such as bridges and lanterns. Through this exploration, the brochure illustrates how Japanese gardens encapsulate a harmonious blend of nature and art, inviting viewers to appreciate their complex beauty and serene ambiance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title | The Brochure Series of Architectural Illustration, vol. 06, No. 02, February 1900 Japanese Gardens |
| Note | Reading ease score: 50.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Haragos Pál and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NA: Fine Arts: Architecture |
| LoC Class | SB: Agriculture: Plant culture |
| Subject | Architecture -- Periodicals |
| Subject | Gardens, Japanese -- Japan |
| Subject | Landscape gardening -- Japan |
| Subject | Gardens -- Japan |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47688 |
| Release Date | Dec 17, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 99 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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