The noble art of Sumo Wrestling, Japan’s national sport is steeped in tradition that stretches back thousands of years. It is thought to have first developed from rituals and ceremonies of the Japanese religion of Shinto as far back as the Tumulus period (250 -552). Later it was recognised as required military training.Today Sumo has developed into an exclusive sport, demonstrated in six Grand Sumo tournaments (Basho) held during the year by 72 salaried professionals, with hundreds of amateurs trying to breakthrough the ranks. The rules of Sumo are relatively simple: two large men trying to force each other out of a small circular area, encouraged by adoring fans. Beware the unwanted visitor that dares to enter the garden that this Sumo Wrestler protects!
The Giant Swimming Koi is manufactured using our ‘lay-up’ technique, which allows us to produce a large impressive garden piece that is not unmanageable in mass. Can be left outside year-round. Koi are members of the carp family of fish. Carp have long been kept and bred as pets in many civilizations. The ancient Romans kept them in ponds and fountains and bred the ancestors of today’s common Goldfish. In China, they are recognized as good luck symbols. The colorful Koi carp available today are the result of a strain first bred 160 years ago in Japan from a naturally occurring mutation. The word Koi actually translates to “carp” in Japanese.
Koi are members of the carp family of fish. Carp have long been kept and bred as pets in many civilizations. The ancient Romans kept them in ponds and fountains and bred the ancestors of today’s common Goldfish. In China, they are recognized as good luck symbols. The colorful Koi carp available today are the result of a strain first bred 160 years ago in Japan from a naturally occurring mutation. The word Koi actually translates to “carp” in Japanese.
There are three sizes of swimming Koi in this collection by master sculptor; Klaus Kinast. Placed together they remind us of a school of Koi lazily making their way towards some unknown destination; towards good fortune, perhaps.
Koi are members of the carp family of fish. Carp have long been kept and bred as pets in many civilizations. The ancient Romans kept them in ponds and fountains and bred the ancestors of today’s common Goldfish. In China, they are recognized as good luck symbols. The colorful Koi carp available today are the result of a strain first bred 160 years ago in Japan from a naturally occurring mutation. The word Koi actually translates to “carp” in Japanese.
There are three sizes of swimming Koi in this collection by master sculptor; Klaus Kinast. Placed together they remind us of a school of Koi lazily making their way towards some unknown destination; towards good fortune, perhaps.
Koi are members of the carp family of fish. Carp have long been kept and bred as pets in many civilizations. The ancient Romans kept them in ponds and fountains and bred the ancestors of today’s common Goldfish. In China, they are recognized as good luck symbols. The colorful Koi carp available today are the result of a strain first bred 160 years ago in Japan from a naturally occurring mutation. The word Koi actually translates to “carp” in Japanese.
There are three sizes of swimming Koi in this collection by master sculptor; Klaus Kinast. Placed together they remind us of a school of Koi lazily making their way towards some unknown destination; towards good fortune, perhaps.
‘Beneath the clouds lives the Earth Mother from whom is derived the Water of Life, who at her bosom feeds plants, animals and men.’ – Algonquin legend
In many cultures, dating back since the first civilizations, Mother Nature or the Earth Mother has been associated with plentiful harvests, fruitfulness and fertility. Her image is depicted in many mediums and here we proudly offer a sculptural Mother Nature to encourage abundance in your own home and garden.
‘Beneath the clouds lives the Earth Mother from whom is derived the Water of Life, who at her bosom feeds plants, animals and men.’ – Algonquin legend
In many cultures, dating back since the first civilizations, Mother Nature or the Earth Mother has been associated with plentiful harvests, fruitfulness and fertility. Her image is depicted in many mediums and here we proudly offer a sculptural Mother Nature to encourage abundance in your own home and garden.
Comes with fabric planter attached for holding pots.
Located over 3500 km (2700 miles) off the coast of Chile, Easter Island boasts the world’s largest collection of megaliths. These giant statues range in height from 3 to 10m (10 – 33 feet) and were constructed over 18 centuries ago. All of the statues face westward and their significance is still a subject of debate. Some say they represent lost kings, and that one was constructed for every king. Others say they are to scare away invaders. They were carved from volcanic rock from Rano Raraku. The real mystery is how they were transported to where they now stand. Weighing as much as 27 metric tons (50,000lbs), the mystery is as great as the construction of the pyramids.
Pictured here is the youthful face of the most influential leader of 18th & 19th century Europe, Napoleon Bonaparte. He was born Napoleone di Buonaparte on the island of Corsica in 1769 into minor Italian nobility. He survived the tumultuous times of the French revolution and went on to rise to the top of the French military . A brilliant military strategist and gifted political leader, Napoleon experienced many glorious victories and installed himself as Emperor of France in 1804. He was eventually defeated at the battle of Waterloo in 1815 and died in exile on the British island of Saint Helena.
Pictured here is the youthful face of the most influential leader of 18th & 19th century Europe, Napoleon Bonaparte. He was born Napoleone di Buonaparte on the island of Corsica in 1769 into minor Italian nobility. He survived the tumultuous times of the French revolution and went on to rise to the top of the French military . A brilliant military strategist and gifted political leader, Napoleon experienced many glorious victories and installed himself as Emperor of France in 1804. He was eventually defeated at the battle of Waterloo in 1815 and died in exile on the British island of Saint Helena.
Comes with fabric planter attached for holding pots or direct planting
Family is important to us each in a somewhat different way. But what child does not long for the warm, loving environment of a parent’s nurturing arms at some point in their lives? Later, when the child leaves the home, he or she recalls this feeling and this strengthens the bonds between parent and child, no matter what the distance of their separation.
The slow yet unstoppable plod of Theodore is not unlike that of the progress of the garden which he might well inhabit. Although at times his movement may seem imperceptible, his walk never ceases and his presence can be a constant reassurance that life in the garden will forever move forward, even though at times we might think it has come to a standstill.
Innocent yet graceful, the three cherubs circling the base of this attractive birdbath will add character to your garden whilst attracting our feathered friends.
Originating from the bible, the cherub’s child-like features have, for centuries, reminded us of the wonders of youth and life. The soft curves and fine texture of this piece, sculpted in a French manner, will add a European accent to any home.
The mythological Three Graces were beautiful sister goddesses who attended Venus, the goddess of love. They symbolized ancient liberality; Aglaia was the sister who gave away, Euphrosyne who received, and Thalia who gave back. Throughout the years their subject matter has been very popular with artists, including here in the form of an ancient birdbath.
The word Tiki refers to large wooden and stone carvings of humanoid forms originating from Polynesian cultures found in the South Pacific. They are found as far apart as New Zealand, Easter Island and Hawaii. The fearsome god-like carvings served to mark boundaries around significant or ceremonial sites and are often grotesque in appearance.
In the early 20thC, ‘Tiki Culture’ arose in North America. Tiki heads and paraphernalia were used by restaurants and clubs to evoke feelings of relaxation; think Mai Tais, flowery shirts and sunny beaches.
The word Tiki refers to large wooden and stone carvings of humanoid forms originating from Polynesian cultures found in the South Pacific. They are found as far apart as New Zealand, Easter Island and Hawaii. The fearsome god-like carvings served to mark boundaries around significant or ceremonial sites and are often grotesque in appearance.
In the early 20thC, ‘Tiki Culture’ arose in North America. Tiki heads and paraphernalia were used by restaurants and clubs to evoke feelings of relaxation; think Mai Tais, flowery shirts and sunny beaches.
