Custom design made from river stone by Zheng Xiang Duan
The multi-talented female Chinese sculptor, Zheng Xiang Duan carves masterpieces from tree trunks and ordinary stones. These pieces tell stories, and they represent religious figures. She defines herself as an artistic explorer as she cuts across other creative skills like painting, engraving and craftsmanship. The young talent has studied all the techniques of sculpture and devotes a real passion for her work.The videos on her social media accounts show her creative, impressive creations as well as those of her artistic partners. From the small statues to significant works of art, the amount of detail is incredible. She takes up any challenge, and she does not lack imagination. Every sculpture represents unique challenges, but they are no match for the extraordinary craftsmanship. Xiang completes each decorative carving in spectacular detail.
Decorative carving is a process whereby wood or stones are ornamented with design employing sharp cutting tools held in hand. The term includes anything within the limit of sculpture in the round up to hand-worked mouldings which help compose the tracery of screens. The texture of the sculpting material determines the scope of the carver and the nature of the design; oak is the most suitable wood for carving, on account of its durability and toughness without being too hard. The sculptures if not too delicate, can be painted. Decorative carving is a significant part of the cultural heritage of China. It forms an essential hidden element in the art history of the culture and Xiang Duan lives to portray this culture and ensures the ancient art lives on.
Custom design made from river stone
The most impressive achievement of Xiang Duan is a gigantic sculpture made in the trunk of a fallen tree that is longer than 10 meter with intricate designs and a great sense of detail. The meticulousness of this work can only arouse admiration. Some of her other works include human-size sculptures of warriors, carving of ordinary river stones and pebbles into incredible handheld animal sculptures using tools like spanners, screwdrivers, nails, knives, gouges, chisels, mallets, electrical saws and drilling machines
Snail shell made from river stone
Her first artwork to be offered at an auction was a painting titled โ1984 former battlefield of red gaming regionโ. Auctioned at the Beijing Huachen Auctions on November 21, 2009; the artwork sold for $1,986 which was 17% below the estimated value.
Her Instagram profile, โxiang.duanโ with over 250k followers advertises varieties of her works and also serves as a medium to patronize her art as sheโs open for business. Her business ranges from her creating specimen level bionic animal models and scenes to the various species of extinct mammals. She also designs special effects make-up costumes, so you should visit her page and order your high-end wood and stone sculptures.
To stay up to date with Xiang Duan, go on to the โMutualArtโ website and discover her works that are up for sale, her auction results, market data, news and exhibitions.
Custom design made from river stone
