Supreme emperor of all mythical creatures, the dragon is depicted here in all its glory. Odyssey Across Heaven and Earth portray a dragon in motion, its sinuous coils twisting over a shining arc which is at once the base of the sculpture and an abstract representation of the sky above and the ground below. The dragon is thus traveling across heaven and earth. Most of the color is concentrated in the dragon's body, which is clearly separated from the polished arc. The slender, upraised tail of this crystal dragon figurine adds an additional element of difficulty to an already exacting design. The power and beauty of the dragon are symbols of strength and faith.

In ancient Chinese astrology, the “vermilion bird” is the divine mythological creature that guards the southern cardinal compass direction. This bird, however, is not in fact the phoenix that is perhaps one of the most popularly represented deities in Eastern culture. The bird represents the South and has been named Ling Guang in folklore. Here the creature is dancing with flames for the fire element it represents when correlated with the Chinese five principles system of geomancy. The orb on which it is sculpted represents the heavens, with etchings of ancient star maps thereon. And representing fire, it carries the elegance and virtues of rebirth and grace. Associated with the four quadrants of the vault of heaven is the Azure Dragon of the East, the Vermillion Bird of the South, the White Tiger of the West, and the Black Tortoise of the North; in the center is the Qilin (unicorn). Each region corresponds to one of the five elements: metal (west), wood (east), water (north), fire (south), and earth (center). Moving across the night sky, the stars connect all life to the five elements. When the universe and elements are aligned, harmony ensues.

Two phoenixes sound off in pursuit of an ideal spiritual companion. Lofty in character, the phoenix soars suspended in mid-air. The phoenix is the messenger of light, it symbolizes love, harmony. As the bearer of luck, auspiciousness, and fortuitous love, the image of the phoenix is widely used as a blessing for a fulfilling and harmonious marriage. Within this rich and complex symbolism, the phoenix rises, in search of and creating an ideal world bursting with life and color. Of beauty, kindness, and rebirth, may the phoenix’s divine spirit and beautiful legend bless this world with unlimited auspiciousness and fortune. Vivid details of two phoenixes’ wings and gazes were made possible because of the pate de Verre technique. Looking at each other in grace posture and gentle gaze, two phoenixes paint a vision of harmony. The high polished base design sparks a modern, yet timeless moment of love.

Material: Crystal GlassTechnique: Pate de VerreSize: 2.95L x 2.95D x 1.49H inchesLimited Edition: unlimitedNote: As the art pieces are individually hand-made, the color and dimensions will vary slightly.Design Concept:A triple-inlaid flower motif gracefully dances on the auspicious scepter, resting upon the brocade cushion. This marks a season of blooming flowers and fluttering butterflies. The scepter's head, shaft, and tail feature the luxurious peony, the long-lived chrysanthemum, and auspicious cloud patterns respectively.

This Finch carving is a unique piece of art, carved from museum-quality fluorite, with garnet eyes and carnelian beaks. The finches are perched atop a tourmaline in albite matrix and mounted on a custom stand for convenient display. This sculpture is hand-carved and crafted by master artisans.These lifelike reproductions of birds from the tropics and the Northern Hemisphere are hand-crafted from naturally colored precious stones sourced from around the world. The carvings themselves are from the famed artisan, Peter Muller and his team of skilled lapidary craftsmen. The bases are carefully selected from tons of rough material, including Brazilian tourmalines, quartzes, and other rare minerals.You will receive the exact object in this photo.Weight: 2.7 lbs, Dimension: 5.5 x 5 x 6.5 inches

The balancing body sculpture is made of aluminum in a striated surface that brings it one aspect of its design distinction: when the finish is rubbed onto its surface, it collects in the valleys to bring added patina to the gray sculpture. This lends it a textural feel that convinces the eye this is a vintage decorative accessory. In the foyer of a modern home filled with contemporary art, this decorative accessory will hold its own. We offer a number of sculptures in this family of decorative accessories. Each of these reflects the ethos that Phillips Collection personifies: modern organic.