Captain Hook Pin

Description

Meet the tree that started it all. This meticulously detailed enamel pin celebrates "Captain Hook," the Sierra juniper that became Pacific Bonsai Museum's first acquisition as an independent institution in 2015.

The story: Created from native American material and styled by renowned artist Ryan Neil, Captain Hook was the first Ryan Neil-styled bonsai to enter any public collection. With its dramatic, sweeping deadwood and rugged character, this tree embodies the museum's commitment to contemporary American bonsai artistry. The name? That distinctive curved jin (deadwood branch) that hooks through the composition like a pirate's arm.

Perfect for: Pin collectors building the full set, fans of Ryan Neil's work, anyone who fell in love with Captain Hook during their visit, or those who appreciate the story of a museum finding its identity through a single remarkable tree.

Details:

• Size: Approximately 1" × 1"
• Material: Hard enamel with metal backing
• Designer: Zack Bolotin, Seattle
• Secure rubber clutch backing
• Arrives on branded backing card

Pairs with: Avant-garden Catalog ($12) — More works from Ryan Neil are featured inside.