Suiseki is an ancient art originating from Japan, which is defined as "the art of looking at stones." They are stones that imitate landscapes, or animals related to nature.
Let's know something more about him.
The suiseki is a stone that has not been tampered with, manageable size, which can be grasped with the hands. If the help of a second person were necessary, the size would be excessive.
They are displayed on wooden, ceramic or metal trays. Sometimes they accompany the bonsai, although more and more exhibitions are made only of suisekis.
In Japan they are classified according to their origin, but in the West according to their shape. The groups supported so far are the following:
- In the form of a landscape (mountain, rivers, plateau, hillside, cave, refuge, ...)
- In the shape of objects or animals (insect, animal, object, ...)
In Spain, in 1997, the Spanish Suiseki Association, a non-profit organization that seeks to promote the art of stone watching, helping to preserve existing collections and attracting new ones interested in this magnificent art.
It is an art that has more and more followers. So much so that large collections can be found, not only in Japan, but also in the United States, Canada, ...
Unlike other techniques originating in Asia, the suiseki only requires observation by the interested party. This will also help you feel calmer, calmer, and it is very likely that this will be reflected in your mood.
It is, without a doubt, one of the best remedies to combat stress, anxiety or depression that characterize the world today, no medicines. Just watching.
Image - Form is void, void is form, Art Spain, Sam and KJ'S Suiseki Blog
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