The Art of Budo : The Calligraphy and Paintings of the Martial Arts Masters
by
John Stevens
Book Details
Format
Paperback / Softback
ISBN-10
1645470547
ISBN-13
9781645470540
Publisher
Shambhala Publications Inc
Imprint
Shambhala Publications Inc
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Dec 6th, 2022
Print length
320 Pages
Weight
678 grams
Dimensions
15.20 x 23.40 x 2.00 cms
Product Classification:
Religion & beliefs
Ksh 4,150.00
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Explore this stunning collection of spiritual calligraphy by Japans greatest martial arts masterswith commentary from Zen art authority and aikido master John Stevens.
Beginning with the legendary samurai Miyamoto Musashi, nearly all of the great martial arts masters left a legacy of calligraphy and painting. Their artworkZenga and Zensho (Zen pictures and Zen calligraphy)was not only an extension of their Zen practice but also reflected their deep spiritual commitment to the budo ethos, the perfection of self through martial arts training.
This book presents a concise history of this tradition, with works from such samurai as Musashi, Takuan, Yagyu, Motusgai, Rengetsu, Tesshu Deishu, Kano, Morihei, and others. Aikido master John Stevens is an expert on Zen and budo art, and he provides a fascinating introduction to the tradition and biographical details on each of the warrior artists, and brief, illuminating commentary on each piece.
Beginning with the legendary samurai Miyamoto Musashi, nearly all of the great martial arts masters left a legacy of calligraphy and painting. Their artworkZenga and Zensho (Zen pictures and Zen calligraphy)was not only an extension of their Zen practice but also reflected their deep spiritual commitment to the budo ethos, the perfection of self through martial arts training.
This book presents a concise history of this tradition, with works from such samurai as Musashi, Takuan, Yagyu, Motusgai, Rengetsu, Tesshu Deishu, Kano, Morihei, and others. Aikido master John Stevens is an expert on Zen and budo art, and he provides a fascinating introduction to the tradition and biographical details on each of the warrior artists, and brief, illuminating commentary on each piece.
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