This is a handcrafted, spiritually inspired miniature diorama in 1/35 scale. The scene is of a peaceful countryside where a gentle stream meanders below a weathered bridge which cuts through lush bushes, trees, grasses and wildflowers. Along the path is a Japanese lantern, a torii gate and a bench where travelers can pause. Resting is a tranquil cow and two grazing sheep. A woman guides her two children along the path, perhaps to find an ideal place to picnic. The eye is drawn to a beautiful Japanese Geisha standing beside her basket of harvested wildflowers. All the figures, animals, structures, rocks and trees are assembled and hand painted with acrylic and oil paints. The diorama is set into a three level base which is handcrafted, made of bamboo barbecue skewers glued together one by one, then sanded and epoxied. Spiritual charms and silver solder made with real silver accent the finished piece. Included is a meticulously constructed, eight-sided acrylic display case which protects the diorama from dust and wear. The diorama is a zen garden landscape; a miniature world to go to when needing calm, and comforts the moment in the same way as actual nature does. Many, many, many hours were spent constructing this, as well as much love put into it. The diorama and base is 21 1/2" wide, 15" deep, and 8" tall. The piece weighs over 17lbs, and thus is expensive to ship. Included is FREE SHIPPING!!!