La philosophie Wabi Sabi et le minimalisme - CATHERINE VALENTIN

The Wabi Sabi philosophy and minimalism

What is the Wabi Sabi philosophy?

Philosophically the term Wabi means simple, immaterialist, humble by choice and in harmony with nature /strong>. The notion of Wabi thus refers to simplicity and natural elegance.

May 21, 2021
Les Nabis - CATHERINE VALENTIN

The Nabis

Who are the Nabis?

From the second half of the 19th century, a group of friends and painters aged around twenty formed the Nabis group. The term Nabi means “prophet,” “inspired,” in Arabic and Hebrew.

May 18, 2021
Le kimono au Japon - CATHERINE VALENTIN

The kimono in Japan

KIMONO (from kiru and mono) literally means: “Something you carry on yourself”. The kimono is a multifaceted garment that carries centuries of history in its fabric. Although old and associated with Japan, it remains a timeless worldwide.

March 25, 2021