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Flat White

He that breaks a thing

4 May 2023

4:00 AM

4 May 2023

4:00 AM

‘And he that breaks a thing to find out what it is, has left the path of wisdom.’ – Gandalf to Saruman, The Lord of the Rings

Encountering an exquisite tapestry testifies to the artistry of a master weaver. It is the end result of thousands of meticulous folds that have been carefully ordered.

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