Dawn Redwood Sola Cube
Dawn redwood was initially thought to be extinct and only known from fossil records until a living specimen was discovered in China in 1941. In 1939, a fossil resembling an evergreen sequoia was found in Japan and named Metasequoia by its discoverer, Dr. Shigeru Miki. Its existence was later confirmed in China in 1945, leading to its designation as a ‘living fossil.’ Following this discovery, seedlings were brought to Japan, and now Dawn redwoods can be seen throughout the country. When the fruit ripens and turns brown, it opens to release round, winged seeds from within. This reflects humanity’s long fascination with time, stretching back to the discovery of ancient ambers preserving million-year-old life. Our desire to freeze moments in time may stem from a deeper curiosity about our existence or the wish to capture fleeting beauty. Sola Cubes, crafted by Usage No Nedoko in Kyoto, embody this philosophy. These cubes combine traditional Japanese values of reverence for nature and appreciation of overlooked elements. Encased in hand-polished crystal clear acrylic resin, each cube holds a preserved leaf, seed, or flower, offering a meditative glimpse into nature’s beauty—similar to Kuramata’s “Miss Blanche,” but using real organic materials.
| Materials | K9 Optical Grade Precision Borosilicate Glass |
| Optical Properties | 99.8% Spectral Transmittance / Internal Refraction Coating |
| Principle | Kinetic Physics, Optical Dispersion & Persistence of Vision |
| Dimensions | Approx. 2.75" x 2.75" x 3.25" |
| Weight | 11.2 oz |
| Display Base | Machined Felt-Lined Aluminum Display Pedestal Included |
| Origin | Artisan Crafted in California, USA |
Curator Notes: Dawn Redwood Sola Cube
Dawn redwood was initially thought to be extinct and only known from fossil records until a living specimen was discovered in China in 1941. In 1939, a fossil resembling an evergreen sequoia was found in Japan and named Metasequoia by its discoverer, Dr. Shigeru Miki. Its existence was later confirmed in China in 1945, leading to its designation as a ‘living fossil.’ Following this discovery, seedlings were brought to Japan, and now Dawn redwoods can be seen throughout the country. When the fruit ripens and turns brown, it opens to release round, winged seeds from within. This reflects humanity’s long fascination with time, stretching back to the discovery of ancient ambers preserving million-year-old life. Our desire to freeze moments in time may stem from a deeper curiosity about our existence or the wish to capture fleeting beauty. Sola Cubes, crafted by Usage No Nedoko in Kyoto, embody this philosophy. These cubes combine traditional Japanese values of reverence for nature and appreciation of overlooked elements. Encased in hand-polished crystal clear acrylic resin, each cube holds a preserved leaf, seed, or flower, offering a meditative glimpse into nature’s beauty—similar to Kuramata’s “Miss Blanche,” but using real organic materials.
Each production run of this artifact is executed in limited atelier batches. Hand-assembled and calibrated with precision tools to ensure that physical resistance, kinetic balance, and aesthetic presentation meet the stringent heirloom standards of Arcana Vault.
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Hypnotic to watch in motion. It sits beside my workstation monitor and offers the perfect tactile mental break during intense work sessions.
Heavy, precision-machined brass with a flawless mirror finish. You can immediately feel the dedication to craft.
Packaged like a luxury timepiece. Everything from the foam cutouts to the certificate of authenticity screams perfection.
