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“ANALYTICAL CARPENTRY: TIMBER IS ALIVE”

07-17-2014

 

THE OPPOSITE HOUSE PRESENTS

“ANALYTICAL CARPENTRY:  TIMBER IS ALIVE” BY SEN YE

 

      

(From L to R, Seated China - West, A Craftsman's Analysis of a Chair, and The Blind)

 

(Beijing, CHINA) - July 16, 2014) – The Opposite House is pleased to present “Analytical Carpentry:  Timber is Alive," a collection of woodcarvings by Liaoning artist, Sen Ye. The exceptional wood craftsmanship can be viewed at the hotel’s Atrium from now until September 2014.

 

“Analytical Carpentry:  Timber is Alive” debuted in 2009 with Analysis No. 03, which is made from the middle section of what was once a log, carved into a continuous three-meter-long (10 ft) wooden chain that extends to the original length of the log. It is said that the piece hanging at the top is approximately the weight of a man.

 

Seated China – West depicts the idea that there’s harmony between the East and the West because of humanity’s shared origins. It also demonstrates the manifestation of cultural difference through the stylistic distinction between a Ming dynasty official government chair, and a Victorian-era palace chair. A whole large block of log was carved to make the two chairs, to which the armrests and footrests are connected by long and continuous carved wooden chains.

 

A Craftsman’s Analysis of a Chair showcases a Ming Dynasty government official’s chair, hand-carved from a whole-log using intricate woodcarving techniques. The chair is connected to the log by a series of unbroken chains. 

 

The final piece of the art installation series is The Blind, which resembles an ancient scroll painting and is composed of a horizontal log that has been hand-carved using various techniques to create a 10-meter-long (33 ft) chain.

 

“Over the years of observing traditional carpentry and different carving techniques, I have realized that timber is alive. I felt compelled to use handling timber as a tool for experimenting and have found that one can present timber’s beauty and capacity through analyzing its material and potential,” said Sen Ye.

 

“We invite you to visit our Atrium to view Sen Ye’s fine craftsmanship. His work has proven what a vibrant carpenter he is. He cleverly explores the hidden strengths of wood; the chairs on display are fascinating yet functional. The Opposite House changes its art installation every quart

er throughout the year, and we look forward to showcasing the next installation in October,” says Peter Wynne, Area General Manager of Swire Hotels Beijing.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                [Back to Press Releases Main]