Senbazuru (thousand cranes)

In Japan, the crane, or tsuru, is a national treasure and is considered the bird of happiness. It is depicted in art, literature, and mythology as a symbol of good luck and longevity because it is said to live 1,000 years.

Featured Japanese artwork is created in washi paper. Japanese paintings can be long and vertical because they are often created in the format of a hanging scroll, or kakemono.

The artwork is presented in a black and gold frame. Special museum quality acrylic glass has been used to protect the artwork and to prevent it from becoming extra heavy to hang on the wall. Tall, striking and rich with story, this wall art brings in unique style and warmth to the interiors. 

Japanese legends : According to the senbazuru legend (senbazuru means “one thousand cranes”) whoever folds one thousand paper cranes will be granted a wish. Throughout Japan, the story of 12-year-old Sadako Sasaki perhaps best epitomizes the senbazuru legend.