Traditional Japanese Design Motifs - (Dover Pictorial Archive) by Joseph D'Addetta (Paperback)

This book is a treasure trove of authentic Japanese design motifs, featuring over 250 readily usable and royalty-free designs from ceramics, textiles, lacquerwork, screens, fans, woodblock prints, and other valuable objets d'art.

The designs date back to the 13th and 20th centuries and showcase Japan's remarkable artistic sophistication.

The book is divided into seven categories, each featuring stunning variations on major motifs, such as plants and flowers, animal life, human figures, symbolic objects, geometric patterns, water and wave forms, and ceramic objects.

Each design is accompanied by a caption identifying the date and origin of the motif, making it easy to incorporate these designs into your own projects.

Whether you're an artist, craftsman, or simply someone looking to add a touch of Japanese culture to your home, this book is sure to inspire and delight.