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The same is true for removing it and rolling it
Top; A Japanese tokonoma, a special alcove for displaying art.
Bottom left; Vertically aligning the painting on the scroll.
Bottom right; Slowly removing the partially completed scroll from the drying board. arts. It is truly superior. The combined efforts of
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up for storage. This new book clearly illustrates
these processes including the correct way to tie a
rolled scroll. De Lange provides guidance on the
number of scrolls to display at one time in a room
and reminds us of the importance of maintaining
harmony between the various pieces displayed in
a tea ceremony.
The final major section of this book is devoted to
the craft of scroll making. It features master scroll
maker Teruo Takayanagi in the step-by-step process
used in making fine scrolls. This section is generously
illustrated with photographs; the details of the process
are vividly presented in a way not seen in any other
volumes on scrolls. A useful glossary of terms used
in the book and both English and Japanese language
reference sources conclude this valuable work.
This is not an ordinary book for two reasons. First,
the content is excellent and the blend of a concise,
clearly written text is superbly complemented with
numerous excellent photographs and drawings.
Next, the layout and design of this book comes
from someone who truly loves books and Asian
William de Lange, author, and Ray Furse, publisher
have produced a valuable book on a largely
overlooked aspect of Japanese art for English
reading audiences.