Early Fall Ginkgo Vessel

This item is available directly at High Hand Art Gallery on Taylor Road in Loomis, Ca.

The changing of the seasons is depicted on this tall body gourd that memorializes the love of fall and Ginkgo Biloba. The Ginkgo is often called the “bearer of hope” due to its ability to survive in the face of seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Its legendary tenacity and vitality make it a potent symbol of hope and renewal.

Ginkgo biloba, commonly known as ginkgo or gingko, also known as the maidenhair tree, is the only living species in the division Ginkgophyta, all others being extinct. It is found in fossils dating back 270 million years. Native to China, the tree is widely cultivated, and was cultivated early in human history. It is a powerful Because it's the only surviving member of an ancient order of plants, it's sometimes referred to as a living fossil.

This vessel measures 6 x 6 x 10 inches, it has been pyro engraved, painted and embellished with a wood base and a brass and natural wooden handle that matches the tones of the branch. This piece of archeology will last for generations to come.