The painting is done in the style of Japanese Sumi-e painting. Since silk paint is liquid, I soaked the silk so that the petal strokes would lie in the Japanese painting technique. It was my experiment — to paint not on rice paper but to step beyond the frame. Usually pre-treated silk is used for paintings, but I used what could be found in our art stores. A cluster of lilac irises on a light background, with long narrow leaves as if drawn in a single brushstroke. In Japan, the iris (hanashobu) has long been associated with courage and protection — it is no coincidence that it is given on the Tango no Sekku holiday, Boys’ Day: the sharp, sword-like leaves were considered a talisman against evil spirits.
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The painting is framed, hanging hardware included, ready for display. Colors on screen may differ slightly from the original.
