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Although the word ‘Bon-sai’ is Japanese, the art it describes originated in the Chinese empire. By the year 700 AD the Chinese had started the art of ‘pun-sai’ using special techniques to grow dwarf trees in containers.Originally only the elite of the society practiced pun-tsai with native-collected specimens and the trees were spread throughout China as luxurious gifts. During the Kamakura period, the period in which Japan adopted most of China’s cultural trademarks, the art of growing trees in containers was introduced into Japan. The Japanese developed Bonsai along certain lines due to the influence of Zen Buddhism. Many well-known techniques, styles and tools were developed in Japan from Chinese origin. This rich history and love of the natural world is my inspiration for this cold cast bronze sculpture. I respond to the detail and form given nature's rock. Each sculpture is one of a kind that refers to the original concept and should be prized for their beauty and uniqueness. I am attracted to the sense of calm and imagination the bonsai tradition offers.
Although the word ‘Bon-sai’ is Japanese, the art it describes originated in the Chinese empire. By the year 700 AD the Chinese had started the art of ‘pun-sai’ using special techniques to grow dwarf trees in containers.Originally only the elite of the society practiced pun-tsai with native-collected specimens and the trees were spread throughout China as luxurious gifts. During the Kamakura period, the period in which Japan adopted most of China’s cultural trademarks, the art of growing trees in containers was introduced into Japan. The Japanese developed Bonsai along certain lines due to the influence of Zen Buddhism. Many well-known techniques, styles and tools were developed in Japan from Chinese origin. This rich history and love of the natural world is my inspiration for this cold cast bronze sculpture. I respond to the detail and form given nature's rock. Each sculpture is one of a kind that refers to the original concept and should be prized for their beauty and uniqueness. I am attracted to the sense of calm and imagination the bonsai tradition offers.
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Although the word ‘Bon-sai’ is Japanese, the art it describes originated in the Chinese empire. By the year 700 AD the Chinese had started the art of ‘pun-sai’ using special techniques to grow dwarf trees in containers.Originally only the elite of the society practiced pun-tsai with native-collected specimens and the trees were spread throughout China as luxurious gifts. During the Kamakura period, the period in which Japan adopted most of China’s cultural trademarks, the art of growing trees in containers was introduced into Japan. The Japanese developed Bonsai along certain lines due to the influence of Zen Buddhism. Many well-known techniques, styles and tools were developed in Japan from Chinese origin. This rich history and love of the natural world is my inspiration for this cold cast bronze sculpture. I respond to the detail and form given nature's rock. Each sculpture is one of a kind that refers to the original concept and should be prized for their beauty and uniqueness. I am attracted to the sense of calm and imagination the bonsai tradition offers.
Although the word ‘Bon-sai’ is Japanese, the art it describes originated in the Chinese empire. By the year 700 AD the Chinese had started the art of ‘pun-sai’ using special techniques to grow dwarf trees in containers.Originally only the elite of the society practiced pun-tsai with native-collected specimens and the trees were spread throughout China as luxurious gifts. During the Kamakura period, the period in which Japan adopted most of China’s cultural trademarks, the art of growing trees in containers was introduced into Japan. The Japanese developed Bonsai along certain lines due to the influence of Zen Buddhism. Many well-known techniques, styles and tools were developed in Japan from Chinese origin. This rich history and love of the natural world is my inspiration for this cold cast bronze sculpture. I respond to the detail and form given nature's rock. Each sculpture is one of a kind that refers to the original concept and should be prized for their beauty and uniqueness. I am attracted to the sense of calm and imagination the bonsai tradition offers.

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Aoi Bonsai Sculpture

James Lockridge

United States

Sculpture, Bronze on Bronze

Size: 6 W x 8.5 H x 6.5 D in

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Although the word ‘Bon-sai’ is Japanese, the art it describes originated in the Chinese empire. By the year 700 AD the Chinese had started the art of ‘pun-sai’ using special techniques to grow dwarf trees in containers.Originally only the elite of the society practiced pun-tsai with native-collected...

Year Created:

2020

Subject:

Nature

Styles:

Figurative

, 

Realism

, 

Fine Art

 

Mediums:

Bronze

, 

Clay

, 

Stone

, 

Gem Stones

, 

Aquamarine

, 

Bronze

, 

Stone

 

Medium:

Sculpture, Bronze on Bronze

Rarity:

One-of-a-kind Artwork

Size:

6 W x 8.5 H x 6.5 D in

Ready to Hang:

Not Applicable

Frame:

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Certificate is Included

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James Lockridge creates hand crafted artisan objects for the house and garden. His works range from the applied arts to objets d'art. His work can be found in inspired interiors both nationally and internationally. Each piece is an expression of his love for old world technique in the disciplines of sculpture, Painting, gilding, glass and metal work. His works speak to his admiration of classic scale and the beauty of nature as envisioned through a contemporary eye. He draws from his years of working along side some of the most talented artizans across Europe. Jame’s vision is reflected in his favorite quote by Plato. “When a beautiful soul harmonizes with a beautiful form and the two are cast in one mold,  that will be the fairest of sights to him who has the eye to contemplate the vision.” “ It is my sincere wish that when one of my pieces find a home it will bring lasting pleasure and joy”. James Lockridge

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