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Bolian Water Sculptures are a cultural item found in every strata of their society. They tend to be small in size and incorporate mostly natural elements such as sand, rock, wood, seaweed, and especially water. Specialized Bolian artisans manufacture them to order. Any given Bolian may have one or more of these. | <div style="background-color: #73E5EB; padding: 20px; border-radius: 10px;"> | ||
[[Bolian]] Water Sculptures are a cultural item found in every strata of their society. They tend to be small in size and incorporate mostly natural elements such as sand, rock, wood, seaweed, and especially water. Specialized Bolian artisans manufacture them to order. Any given Bolian may have one or more of these. | |||
==Origin== | ==Origin== | ||
While the original evolution of Water Sculptures undoubtedly came from early superstitions, the practice of collecting and displaying Water Sculptures remains. The earliest writings indicate that it was considered unlucky to leave the waters of one's birthplace, hence the concept of bringing some of that water along on travels. Given the cultural importance of home and the significance of the nearby waters, the early carrying cases were ornately designed, given the artistic and crafting capabilities of the time. | While the original evolution of Water Sculptures undoubtedly came from early superstitions, the practice of collecting and displaying Water Sculptures remains. The earliest writings indicate that it was considered unlucky to leave the waters of one's birthplace, hence the concept of bringing some of that water along on travels. Given the cultural importance of home and the significance of the nearby waters, the early carrying cases were ornately designed, given the artistic and crafting capabilities of the time. | ||
As societies developed and modernity imposed its ways on Bolian culture, the idea of a "carrying" the waters anywhere was less and less practical. Accordingly, the concept of having home water at one's abode is the modern interpretation of the practice. In antiquity, any water on the sculpture would be easily replenished as they were never far from the shore. As Bolians began migrations on their own world and went into space Water Sculptures tended to be even smaller in size and the designs changed to usually incorporate the waters into the construction so that evaporation would not be a concern. While some designs might even have small waterfalls or pools, those water elements were decorative and are likely not the foundational water to the piece. | As societies developed and modernity imposed its ways on Bolian culture, the idea of a "carrying" the waters anywhere was less and less practical. Accordingly, the concept of having home water at one's abode is the modern interpretation of the practice. In antiquity, any water on the sculpture would be easily replenished as they were never far from the shore. As Bolians began migrations on their [[Bolarus IX|own world]] and went into space Water Sculptures tended to be even smaller in size and the designs changed to usually incorporate the waters into the construction so that evaporation would not be a concern. While some designs might even have small waterfalls or pools, those water elements were decorative and are likely not the foundational water to the piece. | ||
==Value== | ==Value== | ||
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The list of sculptors is well-known and publicized. Each entry would list their interests in which kinds of commissions they might take, their preferred styles, samples of previous works, and their current wait list time. No sculptor makes these to stock or for general sale. Such a thing is not possible since there is no primary water. Each one is always and everywhere made to order. | The list of sculptors is well-known and publicized. Each entry would list their interests in which kinds of commissions they might take, their preferred styles, samples of previous works, and their current wait list time. No sculptor makes these to stock or for general sale. Such a thing is not possible since there is no primary water. Each one is always and everywhere made to order. | ||
Some craftspeople follow a first-come first served order. Some will require a statement on why their work is sought after. Some may require to hear the story of the primary water. Any sculptor can accept or decline a commission at their own whim. | Some craftspeople follow a first-come first served order. Some will require a statement on why their work is sought after. Some may require to hear the story of the primary water. Any sculptor can accept or decline a commission at their own whim.{{SimRef | SIMLINK=https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-arrow/c/0fG0a6kFmZc | CHARACTERS=LT (jg) Zenno | SIMTITLE=Supplication Snafu | SHIP=[[USS Arrow]] }} | ||
Once a commission is accepted, the customer has to deliver the primary water to the artist before work can begin. | Once a commission is accepted, the customer has to deliver the primary water to the artist before work can begin. | ||
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|Water from the ocean near where the decedent passed | |Water from the ocean near where the decedent passed | ||
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|Personal achievement (Promotion, | |Personal achievement | ||
(Promotion, athletic goal, etc..) | |||
|Self | |Self | ||
|Nearby lake water from the place the | |Nearby lake water from the place the event occured | ||
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==Social Practices== | ==Social Practices== | ||
Bolians may have one, a few, or many sculptures. They are displayed with pride in the home and have a place of prominence. A visitor will always be shown the sculptures upon a first visit. Comments about their artistic merit and beauty are welcome and appreciated. Inquiring as to the artisan who made any given one are acceptable. However it is considered extremely rude to ask about the Primary Water, where it came from and the occasion that led to its commission. These may be deeply private and may not be something shared with casual company. The full history of each one is something that is reserved for the closest of friends, family, and romantic interests. The only exception is if a given visitor had a part to play in the reason for the sculpture's creation. | Bolians may have one, a few, or many sculptures. They are displayed with pride in the home and have a place of prominence. A visitor will always be shown the sculptures upon a first visit. Comments about their artistic merit and beauty are welcome and appreciated. Inquiring as to the artisan who made any given one are acceptable. | ||
However it is considered extremely rude to ask about the Primary Water, where it came from and the occasion that led to its commission. These may be deeply private and may not be something shared with casual company. The full history of each one is something that is reserved for the closest of friends, family, and romantic interests. The artisan who made it may also be informed as to the history, if they make it a term of the commission. | |||
The only real exception is if a given visitor had a part to play in the reason for the sculpture's creation. Anyone, even a casual acquaintance who was present at the event that spurred the Bolian to commission a sculpture, can be told all about it. As an example, a Bolian Starfleet Officer might get assigned to an Away Team with a brand-new officer she had never met. Something happens on the Away Team that makes our Bolian Officer commission a Water Sculpture. The other officer would be invited to see the sculpture and told of its significance since they were a part of the story of its inception. But no other Officers at the command would be told, unless they were close personal friends or romantically involved with the Bolian. | |||
==Language== | ==Language== | ||
In the Bolian language these are called Ajah Mai, best translated as "Sea Souls". Water Sculptors are called Ajahi Mailos, or "Sea Soul Talkers".{{SimRef | SIMLINK=https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-arrow/c/gRnnZjT98Wc/m/Dprw5RogIAAJ | CHARACTERS=Ensign Zenno | SIMTITLE=Thinking of the Sea | SHIP=[[USS Arrow]] }} | In the Bolian language these are called Ajah Mai, best translated as "Sea Souls". Water Sculptors are called Ajahi Mailos, or "Sea Soul Talkers".{{SimRef | SIMLINK=https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-arrow/c/gRnnZjT98Wc/m/Dprw5RogIAAJ | CHARACTERS= Ensign Zenno | SIMTITLE=Thinking of the Sea | SHIP=[[USS Arrow]] }} {{SimRef | SIMLINK=https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-arrow/c/DtJQKMjkNEQ | CHARACTERS=LT (jg) Zenno | SIMTITLE=Don't You (Forget About Me) (Part 3A) | SHIP=[[USS Arrow]] }} An apprentice Water Sculptor is called an Ajahi Mailosin. {{SimRef | SIMLINK=https://groups.google.com/g/sb118-arrow/c/ICFiT5PtwZg | CHARACTERS=Lt Zenno | SIMTITLE=Unexpected Mail Call | SHIP=[[USS Arrow]] }} | ||
==Sample Water Sculptures== | |||
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|[[File:Sample Bolian Water Sculpture 1.jpg|alt=Image of a stone obelisk, perhaps 20 cm tall sitting in water|thumb|200x200px|A stone obelisk style, 25 cm tall.]] | |||
|[[File:Sample Bolian Water Sculpture 2.jpg|thumb|200x200px|A water worn stone style.]] | |||
|[[File:10.jpg|alt=Image of a round stone and sand, 10 cm tall, sitting in a pool of water.|thumb|200x200px|A sand and rock sculpture that has open water.]] | |||
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|[[File:Sample Bolian Water Sculpture 4.jpg|thumb|200x200px|alt=A wood sculpture with a waterfall feature|A wood sculpture with a waterfall feature]] | |||
|[[File:Sample Bolian Water Sculpture 6.jpg|thumb|200x200px|alt=A sand sculpture with a wave design in it that evokes the ocean|A sand sculpture style]] | |||
|[[File:Sample Bolian Water Sculpture 5.jpg|thumb|200x200px|alt=A wooden design in the style of a tree trunk|A wood design that evokes the forest]] | |||
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==References== | ==References== | ||
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[[Category:Bolian]] | |||
[[Category:Society_and_culture]] | |||
[[Category:Sculptures]] | |||