Three Ginseng Roots (2016)

Evan Foon Lee

5233 Gilbert Road

Area: City Centre
Location: The artwork is located at One River Park Place, on Gilbert Road just south of River Road.

Materials: Ceramic print on glass

Program: Private
Ownership: Private
Sponsored By: Hollybridge Limited Partnership

Description of Work

Three images of ginseng roots printed with ceramic frit on three glass panels, each 88 x 54 inches, installed on painted stainless steel supports within the water feature on the site.

Artist Statement

Three Ginseng Roots balances modern materials and processes with natural forms and colours. The three glass panels are installed within the water feature to give the sense that the roots are floating. Ginseng is a medicinal plant used by many cultures and especially in traditional Chinese medicine. Rare and precious specimens that have been found in the wild can be seen on display at the many herbal stores in Richmond. Ginseng is also grown on farms throughout Canada, including on the Fraser River. The artwork promotes good health, well-being and connection with nature. It is said that the dried roots resemble human figures. These roots have been enlarged to the size of a person to make them come to life and so that viewers will imagine their own characters and personalities for themselves.