January 18th, 2014
Root Carving, Chinese Art, Baskets, Bowls, Plates, Love our New Bowl!! Like fingerprints, there are no two pieces identical in shape, texture, or grain
Always very grateful when a friends delivers a present. It really was not for me…I might be able to use it too. It is so pretty.
Root Carving….that’s something I had not heard. It is a traditional Chinese art. When cutting a tree down, depending on the size, it could only take about 30 minutes. Removing the root is another story. First of all it takes time and it’s a little expensive. But, you have to do it if you are replacing the tree you just cut down.
Roots are free for anyone that wants to dig them out. Of course, you have to ask the landowner; don’t just show up with your shovel.
The type of soild and conditions in which the root grows determines the color and shape. Baskets, bowls, and plates and numerous other items can be carved. Each piece is unique, as the natural form of the root is maintained. They are like fingerprints the shape, texture, or grain is its own.
Our root bowl came from a store in Fenwick Island, Delaware, called Fenwick Float-ors located at Lighthouse Rd. on Rt. 54.
Shelley was horrified when my son said….”Oh, I can put my sweet potatoes in it”. Don’t worry Shelley, we will take care of it, also applying mineral oil and spraying it with water to keep the wood moist.
Every day we learn something new. Have a good one!!
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