ARTWORK - China (Flora & Fauna)
These images are based on the mythological coupling of Chinese flora and fauna.
Title: Crane & Sun
Medium: Giclée on Canvas.
Date: 2017
Size: Variable
Edition: 99
A crane flying towards the sun expresses the desire for social advancement. The flying crane is also considered as a symbol of cleanliness and purity. A dream of a flying crane is a very good omen, fortelling that the dreamer is going to become a high official.
Title: Ducks and Lotus I
Medium: Giclée on Canvas.
Date: 2018
Size: Variable
Edition: 99
Mardarin ducks were called birds of love in ancient China. Mandarin ducks pair for life and when they are depicted with lotus, this depicts a harmonious and affectionate couple.
Title: Cranes and Pines
Medium: Giclée on Canvas.Date: 2017
Size: Variable
Edition: 99
The cranes in Chinese myths are actually red-crowned cranes. These birds are often reputed as the ‘Deity of Wetlands’. Actually the pine trees which grow on high hills and mountains have nothing to do with the cranes, but people still like to put these two together while drawing in order to express the wish of longevity..