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from: The Spirit and Culture of Bonsai
One of the trees that is known for its decoration skills and its association with harmony is the bonsai tree. Many individuals in our society are consumed with heavy levels of stress caused by the chaos of the world. Even with the fast pace of the world today, bonsai art has the ability to show an environment of tranquility. One way to do this is by understanding how the ancients used this art form in their lives.
The roots of this art style can be found in the Chinese Han Dynasty, whose origins are over 2000 years old. Trees were first pruned to their miniature size so that their trunks would resemble various things, such as animals, dragons or birds. The unique trunk of the bonsai has lent itself to having many different legends over the years. Today, the trees are primarily trimmed in a fashion that allows their foliage to take precedence over the bark. These are two of the art forms that are prized in the culture of today's bonsai society.
Due to a growing mixture of cultures between China and Japan, the bonsai tree began growing prominently in Japan with time, too. For years, the art was used by Buddhist monks alone, but they were soon joined by the aristocracy as well, making the art form a major status symbol. Throughout this period and ensuing years, Japan had a monopoly in bonsai art. As years passed and Japan began to open up its doors to other countries, this art form became highly sought after in North America for its serenity and beauty.
These miniature trees are such a unique art form that people all over the world are able to love and enjoy them. Unlike in past years, the availability of technology makes these tiny trees something that can be accessible to far more than a small amount of rich or religious. It is easy to meld the past into the present with the purchase of a bonsai tree. The culture and technology of today's world makes being an artist very fun and easy, also.
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