Juniper bonsai (Juniperus) - Height (Tree): 15 cm - Depth (Tree): 30 cm - Japan
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Juniperus sp. Tanuki bonsai with a phoenix graft in a compact shohin form, from Japan, evergreen, trunk diameter about 9 cm, tree height about 15 cm, canopy width about 30 cm, in a glazed ceramic pot 6 × 10 × 14 cm.
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Juniper Tanuki Bonsai – Dramatic Deadwood Composition – Compact Shoohin – 15 cm
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Offered for auction is an expressive and highly artistic Juniper Tanuki bonsai, featuring an intricate phoenix graft composition with striking natural deadwood.
This compact bonsai stands out for its dynamic driftwood structure, which flows horizontally with elegant movement, creating a powerful sense of age and natural drama. The deadwood, measuring approximately 9 cm at the trunk, displays deep grain, natural fissures, and convincing weathering.
The living juniper vein has been skillfully integrated into the deadwood, forming a harmonious and believable Tanuki composition. The foliage mass is dense, healthy, and well ramified, forming balanced pads that enhance depth and visual rhythm.
Despite its small size, the tree conveys maturity and strength, with a low, spreading silhouette typical of refined shohin compositions.
The bonsai is presented in a glazed ceramic pot that complements the natural tones of the composition.
A very attractive piece for collectors of compact and expressive Tanuki bonsai.
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Technical Details
• Species: Juniperus sp. (Tanuki / Phoenix graft)
• Style: Compact informal / Tanuki
• Trunk diameter: approx. 9 cm
• Tree height: approx. 15 cm
• Canopy width: approx. 30 cm
• Pot size: approx. 6 × 10 × 14 cm
• Condition: Healthy and well established
Juniper Tanuki Bonsai – Dramatic Deadwood Composition – Compact Shoohin – 15 cm
⸻
Offered for auction is an expressive and highly artistic Juniper Tanuki bonsai, featuring an intricate phoenix graft composition with striking natural deadwood.
This compact bonsai stands out for its dynamic driftwood structure, which flows horizontally with elegant movement, creating a powerful sense of age and natural drama. The deadwood, measuring approximately 9 cm at the trunk, displays deep grain, natural fissures, and convincing weathering.
The living juniper vein has been skillfully integrated into the deadwood, forming a harmonious and believable Tanuki composition. The foliage mass is dense, healthy, and well ramified, forming balanced pads that enhance depth and visual rhythm.
Despite its small size, the tree conveys maturity and strength, with a low, spreading silhouette typical of refined shohin compositions.
The bonsai is presented in a glazed ceramic pot that complements the natural tones of the composition.
A very attractive piece for collectors of compact and expressive Tanuki bonsai.
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Technical Details
• Species: Juniperus sp. (Tanuki / Phoenix graft)
• Style: Compact informal / Tanuki
• Trunk diameter: approx. 9 cm
• Tree height: approx. 15 cm
• Canopy width: approx. 30 cm
• Pot size: approx. 6 × 10 × 14 cm
• Condition: Healthy and well established
Details
Species of tree
Juniper bonsai (Juniperus)
Growing style
Cascade (kengai)
Evergreen
Yes
Width of trunk
9 cm
Country of Origin
Japan
Height (Tree)
15 cm
Depth (Tree)
30 cm
Height (Pot)
6 cm
Width (Pot)
10 cm
Depth (Pot)
14 cm
Title additional information
Tanuki
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