The Cup of Life

Year Completed: 2013
Dimensions: 36”h x 36”w x 30”d
Materials: Cherry wood (one piece), gold paint, torch, tung oil

Blind to the self...hedonistic seedling vines alluringly reach from the shadows seeking balance, as the glowing golden mandible bouquet of vibrant luster dances in the light.

"My Cup Runneth Over" is a quotation from the Hebrew Bible (Psalm 23:5) and means "I have more than enough for my needs" though interpretations and usage may vary (according to wikipedia). This cup of life, which is lined with gold will ALWAYS overflow, as it has slits down the sides.  The cup, albeit fancy and glittery will never hold more than one needs, as we all do not need very much.  Most people do not need all that they have, and they have much more than they need.

The form incorporates a vine-like structure showing growth rising above.

The form is reminiscent of a flower, nature's cup of life, holding the very seeds that will make plants prosper. Most flowers use bright bright colors to entice birds and bees to pollenate them through a meadow, but the color that entices most humans is gold – metaphorically representing money and greed., 

Within the form you see a balance between the yin and the yang represented through the masculine (serpent shape) and feminine (the vessel).

Shall your cup of life be forever overflowing.
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