Green briar, roses, palm
The berry-laden branches are most attractive as an ikebana material after the leaves have fallen. Carefully study the wild character of the stems and the position, quality and quantity of the berries, then choose a branch for the Subject. The length of the Subject one and one-half times the height of the container, but can be longer.It is arranged to emerge from the left front corner of the container and cascade downward at an angle of 130' degrees, swinging 45' degrees to right. When using green briar, pay particular attention to the gentle movement along the whole stem all the way to the tip.
If the length of the Secondary were based on the length of the Subject, it would be much too long and the relantionship betweenn the two stems would lack a proper sense of balance. It is one-half the standard measurement, that is, half of length the Subject. A Short Filler stem at the base of the Subject serves to concentrate the area at the mouth of the container. For the Tall Filler, an expansive stem of green briar is used high, with full play given to its berries and interesting curves. The Object is rose at the same length as the secondary. It is slanted downward at 45' degrees and swings 30 degrees to the right. Add two more roses as Fillers high and low.
The addition of a few palm stems intensifies the beauty of the work.