Senses Myths – The Red Flower

Description

This artwork is part of the Senses Myth Series that depicts myths from round the world with similar symbolism and combines them with one of the 6 senses.

The Red Flower – Smell&Scent

• The roses of Aphrodite. According to legend, the goddess of love, Aphrodite, created the red rose when her blood spilled onto white roses while rushing to save her lover, Adonis, symbolising love and sacrifice.
• In Buddhist mythology, the red lotus symbolises love, compassion, and wisdom. It is often associated with the deity Avalokiteshvara (the Bodhisattva of compassion). The red color of the lotus represents the warmth and depth of compassion that transcends suffering and brings enlightenment to the world.
• In Persian folklore, a prince and princess, forbidden to be together, died for love. Where they fell, a red lily bloomed, symbolising their eternal love and sorrow. The flower was believed to heal broken hearts.

Original artwork specifications

• Canvas on board
• Professional Talens Amsterdam Acrylic paint
• 3D printed PLA+ text element
• 30 x 30 x 2.5 cm
• Unique artwork

Canvas Print specifications

• Square 30x30cm or 60x60cm canvas
• Printed with non-hazardous, non-toxic, non-flammable latex inks
• Cotton and polyester composite canvas
• Frame from renewable forests

Canvas may have a slight size deviation up to 3mm

See Print specifications and Licensing for more information.