Mountain / Perpetual Calendar / North American Walnut

Mountain-Inspired Perpetual Calendar In the post-pandemic era, hiking has become a cherished way to connect with nature, find solace, and de-stress. Taiwan, largely composed of mountains, boasts a natural beauty that reminds us of our own smallness. Walking along mountain paths often inspires deep emotion and reflection, prompting the question of what we can do for this island's environment. The principles of recycling, reuse, and sustainability form the bedrock of this piece, featuring recycled pressed glass from old houses that marks the 365 days of the year, complemented by warm wood and verdant hues symbolizing Taiwan's mountainous landscape. Mountain Glass: The mountain forms are crafted using the stained glass technique. After conceptualization, design sketches, and pattern cutting, the glass is cut into pieces, ground, and soldered to create three-dimensional mountain ranges. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52452654577_3e98da0fe4_b.jpg Walnut Base: The warm, soft-touch walnut wood serves as the carrier for the calendar and the green mountains. The monthly date settings of the perpetual calendar are easily adjustable, and the green mountains can be repositioned freely on the wooden base, allowing for playful arrangement and sustainable enjoyment. Walnut Base Finish: The base is finished with natural linseed oil. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52453632649_cf444079c1_b.jpg Criss-Cross Pressed Glass Calendar: This classic pressed glass is repurposed from old wooden window frames. The dates are laser-engraved onto the criss-cross patterned glass. The unique properties of the glass create subtle variations in date coloration depending on the ambient light, adding a dynamic charm. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52453699628_ddb01f8172_b.jpg Walnut Day Panel: Simply adjust once each month. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52453698088_4cd1fa68b2_b.jpg Walnut Month Numbers: Crossing into a new month calls for a touch of ceremony. Add the month's numbers to mark the beginning of each month. Here’s to a fresh start! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52453441319_42ae058844_b.jpg Mountain-Inspired Perpetual Calendar Components: A set of 5 pieces 1. One walnut base 2. One criss-cross pressed glass calendar panel 3. One walnut day panel 4. One set of walnut month numbers 5. One inlaid glass mountain landscape ★Dimensions: Width 20 cm, Overall Height 15 cm This work has been selected for "Taiwan Green Craft." https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52624336752_e25719a45f_m.jpg