Lot 26
Taichi Series- Huge Roc Spreading Its Wings
JU Ming (Taiwanese, 1938 - 2023)
1991
Naturally odd wood
56(L) x 25(W) x 45(H) cm
Estimate
TWD 1,350,000-1,800,000
USD 42,200-56,300
Sold Price
TWD 2,006,000
USD 59,916
Signature
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As an apprentice to the maestro, Li Jin-chuan, in 1953, Ju Ming started his sculptural career by learning traditional woodcarving of gods. In 1968, Ju Ming went north from Miaoli to follow the modern sculptor, Yuyu Yang. He accepted the baptism of modern art, gradually enriching his personal vocabulary of art.
According to Ju Ming: "Far from being just a martial art, Taichi is a field of learning in which man imitates nature through controlled physical movements. Taichi, as it developed in ancient China, is a perfect example of the harmony of man and nature. By controlling his body and its functions - the four limbs, five organs, circulation, and breathing - the study of Taichi communicates with the other natural elements and phenomena of the universe."
Performed with knife and ax chopping and chiseling giant pieces of wood, marking Taichi visualized and artistic, and perfectly presenting Chinese philosophers are particular about the natural esthetics expressing the union of the universe and human beings. Ju Ming gained recognition worldwide by the Taichi series, and it is also the same theme, "Taichi" that won the hearts of the market. "Huge Roc Spreading Its Wings "of Taichi series is an odd wood being carved in the shape of a Taichi fighter. Ju Ming created it by using the quality of primitive material to add the unique carving technique. The so-called odd wood is log itself and has not passed through the sculpture, and makes itself to be whole just like nature itself. It represents Ju Ming's concept toward esthetics by its simplicity and harmonization.
The artist is one who practices what he preaches, by practicing Taichi chuan, He was able to comprehend the beautiful sense of integration between man and universe. Though waving up and down, Ju Ming depicted his own remarkable style. This creative theme paved him to the international scene.
The 20th & 21st Century Chinese Art
Ravenel Autumn Auction 2005
Sunday, December 4, 2005, 12:00am