Watercolor Painting, Chinese, Stylized Dragon and Crane, Guild Frame.

$39.99 CAD

Watercolor Painting, Chinese, Stylized Dragon and Crane, Guild Frame.

Stylized Dragons and Cranes hold deep cultural significance in Chinese art and history, particularly in watercolor paintings.

Dragons represent masculine power, royalty, good fortune, and authority. Throughout China’s imperial dynasties, emperors revered the dragon as a symbol of power and authority. Dragon emblems adorned carvings, furniture, and clothing within the imperial palace. Common people were forbidden from using items with dragon depictions during this time. Long, serpentine bodies resembling snakes, sharp claws akin to hawks, and a combination of animal features (neck like a snake, tail like a fish, head like a camel, and claws like an eagle). Elegant and fluid brushstrokes emphasize their sinuous forms. Vibrant colors symbolize luck, strength, and power.

Cranes symbolize a long and prosperous life. Their graceful movements evoke wisdom and insight. Cranes are associated with purity and spiritual transcendence. Cranes are often depicted alongside other symbols of longevity, such as pine trees and peaches.

These creatures play a significant role in Chinese culture, reflecting artistic expression and deeper meanings.

Item Code - VIS17B1952CIA

Width: 5 5/8'' Height: 7 5/8'' Depth: 9/16'' Weight: 184 g

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