Jita n.1 – “Swallow”

Description

This jita by Italian artist Disciplina Bonsai explores the relationship between fragility and precision through structure rather than ornament.

The piece is made from a thin wooden section, approximately 1 cm thick, intentionally preserving a natural crack in the material. Rather than concealing this fracture, it is carefully held together using a traditional dovetail joint (giunzione a rondine)—a technique that transforms a point of weakness into an element of refinement and strength.

The joint becomes both functional and visual, introducing a sense of balance, rhythm, and craftsmanship. The contrast between the organic irregularity of the crack and the geometric clarity of the join creates a quiet tension, elevating the jita beyond a simple support.

The wood species will be specified, but the approach remains consistent: respect for material, visibility of process, and elegance through restraint.

• Handcrafted jita by Italian artist Disciplina Bonsai

• Thin wooden section, approx. 1 cm thick

• Natural crack reinforced with dovetail joint (giunzione a rondine)

• Visible craftsmanship and refined structural detail

• One-of-a-kind artisanal piece