Jomon’s Breeze: Great Harmony #7 NL
"Jomon Breeze" is an abstract composition where vibrant shades of blue and green intertwine, resembling natural formations. The swirling patterns and fluid shapes evoke a sense of movement and tranquility, capturing an ethereal landscape imbued with calm and fluidity.
This piece draws inspiration from both the Jomon era (14,000 BC to 300 BC) and the iconic 火焔土器 (Kaendoki, or flame pottery), which symbolizes the artistry and spiritual depth of that ancient time. The Jomon people, known for their harmonious relationship with nature, are believed to have led peaceful lives without the burdens of war, conflict, or possessive accumulation. In this context, the flame-like patterns of 火焔土器 take on new meaning; traditionally associated with fire, they are reinterpreted here as representations of water, flowing and nurturing—a fitting metaphor for the tranquil, balanced existence of the Jomon people.
In "Jomon Breeze," the imagined gentle wind of the Jomon era lightly caresses the landscape, embodying the serenity and connection to nature that characterized this peaceful time. The presence of silver grass drifting across the scene further grounds the composition in the natural world, invoking the soft, rhythmic movement of a breeze across ancient landscapes.
Through this piece, viewers are invited to experience 火焔土器 not merely as a relic of fire, but as a symbol of elemental harmony, merging the fluidity of water with the timeless spirit of the Jomon people. "Jomon Breeze" captures the essence of an era where humans lived in tune with the earth, celebrating a life unburdened, content, and deeply connected to the natural rhythms of existence.