100 Ai Weiwei Ceramic Seeds
100 Ai Weiwei Ceramic Seeds

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100 Ai Weiwei Ceramic Seeds

(4 customer reviews)

$29.99

  • Product includes 100 hand-painted and crafted ceramic sunflower seeds
  • Made by artisans in Jingdezhen using the same methods as Ai Weiwei’s original creation
  • Each sunflower seed is unique, despite their seemingly identical appearance
  • The seeds are intricately hand-crafted in porcelain, emphasizing traditional Chinese craftsmanship
  • Purchase supports the ceramics industry in Jingdezhen, China
  • Reflects Ai Weiwei’s exploration of the ‘Made in China’ phenomenon and global cultural and economic exchanges
  • Inspired by the larger Sunflower Seeds installation at Tate’s Turbine Hall, which featured 100 million seeds creating an infinite landscape
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  • Crafted Handmade
  • Premium Quality
  • Worldwide Shipping
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The Ai Weiwei Ceramic Sunflower Seeds are truly a remarkable piece of art and cultural history. Each seed is meticulously hand-crafted and painted, making every single one unique. The craftsmanship is evident in the detailed work, and knowing that these are made using traditional methods by artisans in Jingdezhen adds a layer of authenticity and respect for the art form.

This set of 100 seeds offers a small yet powerful glimpse into Ai Weiwei’s larger installation, capturing the essence of individuality within uniformity. It’s not just a collection of seeds; it’s a statement on cultural and economic exchanges, as well as the value of skilled labor.

Whether you’re an art enthusiast or a collector, this is a meaningful piece to own. Moreover, by purchasing these seeds, you’re supporting the highly skilled artisans who continue this ancient craft. Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates fine art and the intricate stories behind it.

Color

Black

4 reviews for 100 Ai Weiwei Ceramic Seeds

  1. Ulrike

    Great product, I’m very satisfied overall. However, I received only 99 sunflower seeds instead of the 100 advertised. Given that the shipment comes from China, there’s not much that can be done about it.

  2. Stacey Horman

    An excellent gift for the students in my art history class.

  3. Stephan

    Everything is great, I’m extremely satisfied.

  4. Allison Tait

    This is a fantastic product to own.

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