Ikebana Small vase designed by Jaime Hayon.

Dating back to the seventh century when Buddhists

started offering flowers at temple altars, ikebana was

later formalised in the 16th century by emperors and

aristocrats. The practice also has roots in the ancient

Shinto religion – a belief system that conceives

‘god,’ or ‘spirits,’ as residing in natural phenomena

such as trees, flowers and wind. Today, the art form

is practiced by professionals and amateurs alike.

At its core, ikebana involves carefully selecting plants

and flowers to create a form that honours natural

characteristics when placed in a new environment.

Ikebana and Ikeru vases by Spanish designer Jamie

Hayon are created in the spirit of the practice and

its meditation on nature. The modern vases are

designed to honour every flower placed within them,

from stem to crown.

Ikeru High vase

by Jaime Hayon.

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