This is a papier-mâché mask I bought from Venezia and painted for my mom's wedding. It symbolizes the harmony and union of the opposites.One side is a woman's face on which I painted a flower and the other is a man's on which I painted a leaf. The leaf and petal connect to one another with a golden stem that traces the contours of the mask. Each face is connected by one eye in the center which reminds me of the concept of seeing with one eye. I hope my Japanese characters are somewhat accurate, but the character in the center of this piece is to represent a blessing of happiness.
Amazing and beautiful! Your Mom and Tim will love this and the sentiments you put into it. Nice work!
ReplyDeleteThose are pretty amazing, makes me want to get dressed up and go back in time and use them at the masquerade ball we had a couple of years ago at NYU :P
ReplyDeletethis is a really thoughtful and beautiful piece, Shannon. I'm really glad you make art.
ReplyDeleteThat is just lovely! I like your description and the meaning behind it too.
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