Good fortune and longevity? Every culture should and probably does have something that symbolizes this. In Japan it's the crane. Would be interesting to research the symbols of other countries. Or ... ??? Maybe we could ask Robert Langdon
. :) Jokes aside, click the link because this artwork is exquisite!
" ... Maruyama Okyo (1733–95), a painter who revolutionized the practice and taught or influenced generations of Japanese painters."
Good Fortune: Okyo's Cranes Now on View | Unframed
(NOTE: At the time of the posting the paintings were on exhibit; not at the time of this reblogging.)
The Okyo artwork motivated me to search for more pictures, photos, and illustrations of cranes. Found this beautiful photograph of Grey Crowned Cranes and wanted to share it.
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