This tree is interesting and I think I like it. I tend to prefer naturalistic styles, but the consistency in the branching is quite stunning. I wouldn't want this to become a trend, but having one tree like this exist out there is pretty cool.
Gerard, the ornament puts the tree into a relationship with the human world. We may think tacky, the Chinese think poetic suggestion. The shape and intensity of the branch shaping reminds me of a brush painting style I can't identify - this tree seems to reflect into the wider world of Chinese art. Thanks for posting.
Gavin
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It won again first place this year in an exhibition in China...The branches remind me a bit of the instant chinese noodles.
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