White Oak Leaf

White Oak Leaf
A Bespoke Dimensional Work

The Majesty of Endurance.
Nature is a point of departure, not a template. The White Oak (Quercus alba) is a global symbol of strength, longevity, and unyielding resilience: a keystone species that stands as the silent observer of centuries. In "White Oak Leaf," Andrée Brown translates the monumental energy of this botanical giant into the 5,000-year historical permanence of bronze. Hand-formed during her residency in Marnay-Sur-Seine, France, this piece captures the rhythmic, rounded lobes of the leaf with an architectural clarity that feels both grounded and ethereal. Rooted in the Japanese philosophy of Wabi-sabi, the sculpture is intended to be a full-sensory experience: the "front" and "back" offer distinct tactile landscapes, celebrating the beautiful irregularities found on the forest floor.

The Intelligence of Flow.
Drawing from her twenty-year discipline as a professional jeweler and chef, Brown approaches her master-level bronze works through a conscious practice of uninhibited flow. This piece was born from a state of curiosity and instinctive making: a return to the same sense of presence and play once experienced in childhood. Every vein and contour was meticulously hand-refined in wax before being transitioned into 15 lbs of solid bronze through the traditional lost-wax method. The deep, mottled studio patina manages the movement of light across the surface, creating an atmospheric vibration that changes as the viewer moves around the form. It is a rigorous record of resonance: a permanent home for the ephemeral beauty of the world.

Bespoke Acquisition & Lead Time Note:
Please note that as a Made-To-Order piece, the "White Oak Leaf" requires a dedicated production timeline to accommodate the artist's meticulous lost-wax casting and hand-patina process. There is an estimated 2-month lead time for this Work. We encourage you to inquire about specific details or current studio schedules before purchasing. By finalizing your acquisition, you acknowledge that you are aware of the custom production timeline required for a Work of this scale and technical rigor.

Details & Dimensions:

• Title: White Oak Leaf
• Classification: Dimensional Work (Bespoke)
• Editioned Status: Made-To-Order
• Medium: Hand-Formed Bronze on Metal Base
• Art Movement: Contemporary Organic Sculpture
• Art Style: Wabi-sabi Influence / Organic Minimalism
• Theme: Nature, Botanical, Strength, Endurance
• Orientation: Vertical
• Construction: Solid / Hand-Painted Patina
• Mounting Type: Tabletop / Free-standing Pedestal
• Dimensions: 12" x 8" x 3"
• Weight: 15 lbs
• Year Created: 2026
• Origin: Created in Marnay-Sur-Seine, France
• Signature: Artist Stamped or Signed on Base
• Authenticity: Includes a Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
• Investment: $3,600.00
• Availability: Bespoke Order (Estimated 2-Month Lead Time)
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Bring the eternal design of nature into your home. Add the "White Oak Leaf" bespoke dimensional work to your collection today at Mitsooz.