Flowing Clouds, Withered Wood / Customized Miniature Landscape Terrarium

Terrarium Name: "Flowing Clouds, Withered Wood" Origin: Su Shi, Northern Song Dynasty, from his letter "To Magistrate Xie Minshi" Original Quote: "Flowing clouds cast shadows, withered wood has no mind." Poet's Background: Su Shi, a literary giant of the Northern Song Dynasty, achieved immense acclaim in poetry, lyrics, prose, calligraphy, and painting. Despite a turbulent official career, he possessed an open and optimistic spirit, often finding solace in landscapes. His works are filled with dialogues between nature and the soul. The letter "To Magistrate Xie Minshi" was written during Su Shi's exile in Huangzhou, conveying a sense of tranquility. The metaphor of "withered wood has no mind" deeply embodies a philosophy of unity between the self and nature. Modern Interpretation: Clouds drift freely, casting fleeting shadows, their effortless existence creating beauty without intention; though wood may wither, it is free from desire and attachment, revealing the true essence of life. All things in nature exist freely without clinging, achieving a beauty that arises from non-action. Design Interpretation: The core of this terrarium is driftwood, chosen for its natural form without prior shaping or predetermined design, allowing nature's contours to dictate the composition. The wood remains unadorned, its shape guided by an intuitive process, creating a scene of unrestrained, pure, and authentic forest. The overall design is built upon the interplay of moss and driftwood, emphasizing that "composition is not dominant but responsive." Each terrarium is unique. The scene eschews grand mountains or striking rocks, featuring only the presence of weathered wood, evoking a still life fallen into the woods. Is it decaying wood? A skeletal frame? Or a sculpture carved by time? The interpretation is left to the viewer. Nature Hill ✦ Each scene a story, honoring nature's true heart. Driftwood Description https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54436002480_6c0985506b_o.jpg Teak Driftwood: Sourced from tropical regions, this teak wood is often naturally weathered. Color and Texture: Warm brown to deep brown, with a smooth surface, substantial texture, and a natural oily sheen. Form Characteristics: Simple and stable lines, often straight or gently curved. Ideal for design themes emphasizing "Zen," "tranquility," and "harmony with nature." It complements streamlined layouts or stone elements, adding a sense of calm. It can also serve as the structural framework for torii gates, stone lanterns, or ancient temple scenes. Azalea Driftwood: Harvested from the aged branches of high-mountain azaleas. Color and Texture: Gray-brown to brown. The surface is rough and uneven, rich in texture and natural sculptural quality. Form Characteristics: Intertwined and twisted branches, resembling vines, possessing a strong sense of dynamism. Suitable for depicting "jungles," "lushness," and "wild vitality." Particularly effective in tall or vertically oriented terrariums with strong three-dimensional elements, pairing exceptionally well with ferns and epiphytic plants. | Product Specifications | 15cm (L) x 15cm (W) x 25cm (H), 15 x 15cm (includes adjustable ventilation lid) 20cm (L) x 20cm (W) x 30cm (H), 20 x 20cm (includes adjustable ventilation lid) Ultra-clear high-definition glass, suspended design, crystal chamfered edges, transparent silicone trim https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54822119655_8cb18c5890_c.jpg | Product Contents | Driftwood (Teak, Azalea, Shrimp wood, etc.) No main featured plants: Primarily mosses, club moss, and ferns (varied arrangements) The design is entirely at the discretion of the designer based on the driftwood material. Buyers can provide reference images for discussion, but the final product will be as completed by the designer. | Care Instructions | Basic lighting for 8 hours per day. Lightly water or mist twice daily, morning and evening, to maintain humidity. Use filtered water (drinking water) for watering; do not use tap water. A watering bottle and care instructions are included with the product. | Purchase Notice | ※ The types of moss and other plants will be adjusted based on inventory and season. ※ As the product is handmade, and wood, stones, and plants are natural materials, each item will not be exactly identical to the photo. ※ The terrarium requires ongoing personal care. ※ For custom special requests, please contact us. ※ Basic delivery (by designer) is limited to Taipei and New Taipei City areas. If using this service, please communicate the timing with the designer in advance. | After-Sales Service | We offer maintenance services for moss terrariums. Brand creations enjoy exclusive discounts: Purchases made after 2025 receive one complimentary repair. Existing customers enjoy a 50% discount on their first maintenance service. You can also apply for the "Old Tank Trade-in Discount Program" if you wish to upgrade your scene. Please refer to the maintenance service page for detailed information. https://www.pinkoi.com/product/b3t7cyeR ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Nature Hill" - Natural Aesthetics, also a designated course design example for corporate groups. If you represent a company, school, or brand event organizer, we welcome inquiries for customized DIY planting course collaborations. We offer professional design and extensive experience in large-scale events, enabling every participant to create their own unique natural landscape. 📩 For course collaboration inquiries, please send us a private message through our design館. We will provide personalized planning suggestions.