"When that 'little black dress' is not enough ... SHANGRILA!"

Fine Art by Thomas C. Edwards

Tom Edwards reproduces Tibetan, Japanese Edo and Chinese Ming dynasty arts, furniture, crafts, and toys. He welcomes commissions as he strives to craft pieces in a completely traditional method and style.

PLease join us for "LET'S GO FLY A KITE" art event and reception, 4-7-04, featuring the Japanese and Tibetan art of Tom C. Edwards, 2 to 6 PM, at Shangri-La Gifts and Publications, 156 E. State Street (The Commons). Exhibit open daily through April and May.



Tom Edwards is proficient in reproducing Chinese Ming dynasty ceramic sculptures. These two horse and riders are examples of his fine craftsmanship. Each piece is uniquely modeled, hand painted and signed.







This female courtesan musician is yet another outstanding Ming dynasty reproduction by Tom Edwards.










On the right is a fine block print on rice paper, in the Japanese style.







Here are several toys and decorative arts pieces. The Daruma Dolls are Japanese egg-shaped toys. These carvings, also called Okiagari Koboshi (Tumbler Dolls) represent the father of Zen Buddhism, the historical Bodhidharma. He was an Indian sage who lived sometime in the fifth or sixth century AD. He is also credited with Zen's introduction to China during his travels to the Middle Kingdom. The large lacquer box features a Japanese painting and the two small lacquer boxes are also traditional forms.




This traditional Japanese Nō mask can be worn or used as a wall decoration. Nō is an ancient form of traditional Japanese theater with origins in the 14th century. The actors of Nō plays wear masks as they speak and sing in a monotonous way, accompanied by a chorus and traditional music.




This sculpture is a representation of Quan Yin, the goddess of compassion and mercy. Some people equate her to an incarnation of Mary, Sophia, and other feminine icons, having the same aspect - given the Yin or the feminine frequency.

Tom Edwards' traditional Japanese kites will be featured in April. For more details go HERE!

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