Dragon sculpture - Japanese collections - a frieze sculpted in high relief depicting three dragons chasing the pearl of wisdom between waves and clouds. Evoking rain, these fantastic creatures represent a good omen in Asia . by beverley365

Dragon sculpture - Japanese collections - a frieze sculpted in high relief depicting three dragons chasing the pearl of wisdom between waves and clouds. Evoking rain, these fantastic creatures represent a good omen in Asia .

Dragon sculpture (detail)
Edo period (1603-1868), Japan - wood

When you zoom in you can see the faces of the dragons, you can feel the movement of their body twists and turns.
It’s amazing, and for me personally to simply learn this history.

A masterpiece of Japanese art is being exhibited in its entirety for the first time since the 1930s.

It was specially restored to mark the 150th anniversary of the return from Asia
of Henri Cernuschi, the museum's founder,
I love this, what a wonderful find and capture.
November 7th, 2024  
The skill in the carving is incredible
November 7th, 2024  
Such intricate detail in the carving.
November 7th, 2024  
Love the carving and the story is magical.
November 7th, 2024  
Made for some great layers and lovely details.
November 7th, 2024  
Lovely capture
November 7th, 2024  
Very nice
November 7th, 2024  
Beautiful image of this lovely freize. Amazing detail.
November 7th, 2024  
Even better!
November 7th, 2024  
So many interesting layers.
November 7th, 2024  
Fabulous carvings and v. Interesting
November 7th, 2024  
Lovely intricate detail. I love the layers.
November 7th, 2024  
Lovely pic😊
November 7th, 2024  
Amazing artwork
November 8th, 2024  
Very interesting.
November 8th, 2024  
The red shows off the statues very well.
November 8th, 2024  
Good angle
November 8th, 2024  
A wonderfully artistic display
November 8th, 2024  
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