Picture "Ochid in raku pot" (2010)
Picture "Ochid in raku pot" (2010)
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Acrylic, Other materials | Canvas, stretched on stretcher frame | Format 70 x 50 cm (H/W) | signed certificate of authenticity
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Picture "Ochid in raku pot" (2010)
On the windowsill, the orchid is the undisputed queen. In terms of charisma, this exotic plant, which is a perching plant in tropical rainforests high up on mighty jungle trees, trumps all other houseplants. The production of raku vessels is closely associated with the Japanese tea ceremony. In our Western world, dominated by symmetry and perfection, objects created by raku firing seem to be something very special. The raku vessel gives the viewer the feeling of being able to look at and touch something imperfect and random. A great calm emanates from successful raku pieces. The 'calm' impression refers to its literal meaning: 'raku' means contentment, joy and pleasure. Japaneseizing stylistic devices, such as the emphasis on the surface, and pop colors help to prevent an overly pleasing and trivial pictorial solution.
