Michael Aram Butterfly Ginkgo 9 Piece Demitasse Cups And Stand Set

Michael’s fascination with a particular type of ginkgo tree, the ginkgo Biloba or “Butterfly ginkgo” which grows with a double leaf reminiscent of a butterfly’s wings gave rise to a fantasia image of the plant.

• Product dimension – stand – 5.75″ L x 5″ W x 9″ H, cup – 2.25″ H x 2.25″ diameter, saucer – 0.5″ H x 4.75″ diameter
• Set includes 4 demitasse cups, 4 saucers and 1 stand
• Product weight – 8 lbs
• A unique and artistic presentation of Flora as Fauna
• Executed at the highest level of handcraftsmanship, each piece is rendered in solid bronze with acid etched cocoon-shaped vessels
• The pieces in the collection are a tour de force of Indian craft and capture the poetic spirit that is so deeply indicative of Michael’s work
• The first time I saw this tree, it literally looked like it had been completely overtaken by butterflies as if they would all take flight the moment I walked too close or made a noise
• The idea that the leaves could evoke the beauty of butterflies was magical to me, like trees that can metamorphose from flora to fauna in the blink of an eye
• Each metal object undergoes a series of grinding, buffing and polishing techniques
• Variations or ‘imperfections’ in the product’s finish are characteristic of the creation process
• Porcelain, Stand Hand Textured Stainless Steel, Natural and Oxidized Brass, Marble
• Hand Wash with Gentle Detergent, Dry Immediately with Soft Cloth, Avoid Any detergent with Lemon or Other Acidic Agents, Dishwasher Safe
• Imported