Imported from China during the 8th century, the chrysanthemum is the official flower of Japan. The Japanese monarchy is known as The Chrysanthemum Throne, and the exquisite blossom is widely revered as a symbol of longevity, dignity, and nobility. This volume, reproduced from a rare and expensive publication, features more than 120 color woodblock images of the breathtaking perennials.

Versatile collection of 276 exquisite Japanese stencil designs — clouds, birds, butterflies, bamboo, plum and cherry blossoms, geometrics, more. Royalty-free illustrations are ideal for modern decorative and graphic needs.

A beautiful primer for the fundamentals of pattern in Japanese Art, including background information on the traditional significance and meaning of motifs.

The chrysanthemum is the quintessential Japanese flower - the yellow chrysanthemum is on the Japanese Imperial Seal, and variations of it are found on royal standards and official Japanese documents. Coloured leaves are to Japanese autumn as cherry blossoms are to spring, attracting people to attend 'viewing parties' in parks.