Ink Field Essential Compendium, Complete 2 Volumes: Scroll Format Calligraphy Models Japan Calligraphy Association Volume 1: Life Edition Volume 2: Seasons Edition About the Life Edition For those who have completed the basic study of calligraphy, the next step is to embark on the "creation of scroll format works," isn't it? Scroll format can be said to be a format that one must tackle in order to continue practicing calligraphy. What kind of phrases to use and in which calligraphic style to express them is the first difficult problem that awaits. This volume, for calligraphy enthusiasts, is divided into four chapters: Passion, Melancholy, Life Philosophy, and Society, featuring famous poems and sayings, presented as the Life Edition, with works written by leading calligraphers. Works written by Setsunan Kondo, Santō Ōhira, Teizan Toda, and Kinryū Asami. About the Seasons Edition Vertically long scrolls allow for a variety of expressions. Thinking about how to express your favorite poems and phrases in the world of black and white is also the essence of calligraphy. The Seasons Edition comprehensively covers famous poems and sayings full of seasonal sentiment. Chapter 1, Spring: Teizan Toda Chapter 2, Summer: Kinryū Asami Chapter 3, Autumn: Santō Ōhira Chapter 4, Winter: Setsunan Kondo Furthermore, in Chapter 5, "Songs of the Four Seasons," Mr. Seikaku Takagi presents works as kana calligraphy models. Selected waka and haiku from works such as Manyōshū, Kokin Wakashū, Makisu Wakayama, and Bashō Matsuo are expressed as scroll format works. ◆Enjoy scroll format works while appreciating the sentiments of each season◆ In both Volume 1 and Volume 2, each work includes points to consider during creation, the original text of the poem, a reading, and a simple explanation. At the end of each section, there is a "Scroll Format Production Point" with easy-to-understand explanations and breakdown photos, serving as a mini-lesson. This is a scroll format course where you can enjoy the emotions of each season. ◆As shown in the uploaded photos◆ Please understand that there may be some signs of age. The box may have some scuffs, the cover of the course may have some dirt, but subjectively, I believe the models are beautiful books. The models are beautiful and I believe there are no issues. Correctional guidance is not provided. Those who are concerned about dirt should refrain from bidding.