Flower of life I
Code: WEI02
Artist: WEI Nan
Materials: Natural lacquer, cowhide, linen, Japanese paper
Size: H580mm x W390mm x D330mm
Year: 2020
In permanent collection of V&A Museum in London
Nan Wei was inspired by the sculptural lacquer creation in Japan, which demonstrates that lacquer art could be a progressive medium. She learns about employing non-traditional techniques, such as using leather instead of only wood or cloth as a substrate, to create innovative conceptual works that respect the materialās natural qualities. Her Chinese background has offered her sets of beliefs and a sense of aesthetics which she incorporates into her creations. There are a lot of subconscious influences in the process that she does not necessarily think about beforehand.