The Dragons Gate

Bronze (2022)
Edition of 7
 
The Dragon’s Gate represents the 5 Elements of Feng Shui practice Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water and the movement and nature of energy. Referencing the form of a Chinese coin, an auspicious symbol to hang at a threshold, coupled with the organic form of a tree to suggest growth and shelter.
 
The process represents the balance between the elements…the wood of the original piece before being cast, the fire being the process to turn it into Bronze, the metal. The water being reflected into the piece from the light on the reverse side and the earth the square in the middle through which the ci, positive energy may flow.