Mammoth tusk composition "Tribute to prosperous China"

The composition "A Tribute to a Prosperous China" is a monumental museum—level work made from an ancient mammoth tusk that has lain in permafrost for about ten thousand years. The idea is based on the synthesis of a thousand—year-old Chinese tradition and the achievements of the modern era. The three-dimensional shape, pointing upwards and resembling a soaring dragon, symbolizes strength, renewal and national greatness. The light texture of the bone contrasts with the dark carved base, creating a sense of dynamics and architectural depth.

The composition is built as a multi-level space that opens up in a circular view. In the center of the figurative system are Three Treasure Buddhas, around which detailed scenes unfold, combining spiritual heritage and symbols of progress.: motives of state unity, architectural forms, images of high-speed railways and space achievements. The work was performed in a complex multi-layered technique using a traditional spike-groove joint. Each angle reveals new details, creating the effect of continuous movement and internal drama.

The work was created over the course of six years by a team of eight craftsmen. The carving is made with traditional tools — a knife and a file — with an exceptional degree of detail. In 2012, the work was presented in the main hall of the Great Palace of the People in Beijing as part of a solo exhibition organized by the Subcommittee on Education, Science, Culture, Health and Sports of the National Committee of the National People's Congress. In 2013, she exhibited at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center.

Tusk length: 448 cm
Thread thickness: 79 cm
Creation period: 6 years