Bat and Moon, c. 1928-1930
Takahashi Bihōexpand_more
Woodblock print; ink and color on paperexpand_more
Gift of Paul Schweitzerexpand_more P.77.28.46
Not on Viewexpand_more
On back: Made in Japan No. 64.
Later edition printed c. 1928-1930.
In China bats have long been considered lucky creatures because the written symbol for "bat" has the same pronunciation as that for "happiness." Consequently, bats are frequently featured in textile patterns and porcelain designs in both China and Japan. Since the perfection of the full moon is also viewed as an auspicious occurrence, the combination of a bat and the moon suggests exponential happiness.
Details
- Title
- Bat and Moon
- Artist Life
- born 1873
- Role
- Artist
- Accession Number
- P.77.28.46
- Curator Approved
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