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”Longevity" (天寿 Tenju); 17" W x 14" D x 9 " H; Jadeite from Eel River
After about 10 years of working with this stone, and trying various approaches, Mas has settled on using a fairly traditional suiseki daiza. He took inspiration for the legs from those seen in some fine furniture. One of the features that I particularly like is the "collar" he carved under the neck.
While he is basically happy with daiza, he is not yet fully satisfied. In particular, feels that the legs need refinement.
Irene
on April 16, 2010To me what is missing is the grounding of the feet...It just looks unfinished without feet of the turtle to marry the rock to the earth.