Decorative ornament - Japan - Bonsai Stand
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Description from the seller
It is a wooden base for bonsai worked in ebony, conceived as a sculptural support that not only elevates the plant specimen but frames it within a small symbolic landscape. Its organic shape, full of perforations, curves and voids, imitates the natural logic of exposed roots, eroded rock, or old wood polished by time. That aesthetic — so appreciated in the Japanese tradition — turns the base into an active element within the composition, not a simple pedestal.
The ebony, dense and dark, provides visual weight and a sober presence that contrasts with the bonsai's lightness. Its polished surface absorbs light and creates a neutral background that enhances the foliage's green and the trunk's texture. The piece functions as a stage: the bonsai is placed on the upper, more stable part, while the hollows and undulations allow air to circulate and the composition to breathe, as if the tree floated over a natural rock.
In practice, these bases are used to:
• Elevate the bonsai and give it visual hierarchy.
• Create an aesthetic dialogue between wood, form and nature.
• Isolate the pot from the supporting plane, bringing cleanliness and elegance.
Its irregular design lets each bonsai find its ideal point: simply turn the base until the tree's silhouette and the support's shape complement one another. It is a piece that, although decorative, respects the bonsai philosophy: balance, naturalness and contained beauty.
insured shipping and careful packaging.
Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
Translated by Google TranslateIt is a wooden base for bonsai worked in ebony, conceived as a sculptural support that not only elevates the plant specimen but frames it within a small symbolic landscape. Its organic shape, full of perforations, curves and voids, imitates the natural logic of exposed roots, eroded rock, or old wood polished by time. That aesthetic — so appreciated in the Japanese tradition — turns the base into an active element within the composition, not a simple pedestal.
The ebony, dense and dark, provides visual weight and a sober presence that contrasts with the bonsai's lightness. Its polished surface absorbs light and creates a neutral background that enhances the foliage's green and the trunk's texture. The piece functions as a stage: the bonsai is placed on the upper, more stable part, while the hollows and undulations allow air to circulate and the composition to breathe, as if the tree floated over a natural rock.
In practice, these bases are used to:
• Elevate the bonsai and give it visual hierarchy.
• Create an aesthetic dialogue between wood, form and nature.
• Isolate the pot from the supporting plane, bringing cleanliness and elegance.
Its irregular design lets each bonsai find its ideal point: simply turn the base until the tree's silhouette and the support's shape complement one another. It is a piece that, although decorative, respects the bonsai philosophy: balance, naturalness and contained beauty.
insured shipping and careful packaging.
Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Wood type
Ebony
Title additional information
Bonsai Stand
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Japan
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
2 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
14 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
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