This is a handcarved and handprinted linocut, inspired by the Chinese folktale of the Jade Rabbit & the Lady on the Moon along with a variety of traditional Chinese medicinal herbs in their flowering form: Dong Quai, Astralagus, Ginger, Poppy & Licorice.

MATERIALS:

It is printed with Caligo Safewash (non-toxic) Relief Ink on Hosho Paper, both of which are archival quality. Awagami Select Hosho paper is a handmade paper from Japan, a cultural treasure and time-honored heritage that has been handcrafted from natural materials. It is acid-free and archival quality.

COLOR:

It is hand printed in Prussian Blue and Muted Jade.

SIZE: Print Size: 10” x 16”, Paper size: 11" x 18"

STORY INSPIRATION:

The Jade Rabbit and Lady on the moon are beloved folk companions in ancient Chinese mythology and folklore. They are both thought to live on the moon safeguarding the elixr of immortality, and the Jade Rabbit is often depicted in ancient folk art pounding jade into a fine powder. White nephrite Jade, comes in various shades of translucent white to light yellow (just like the moon!). At the time of the folktale’s original telling, Jade was thought to have magical, mystical or immortal powers and was the link between the realms of physicality and spirituality, possessing the qualities of both yin and yang, day and night. In fact, Jade was imbued with medicinal qualities and, if ground up and consumed, was thought to increase longevity so the Jade Guardian would also be considered the Keeper of Medicines, and keeper of the balance of all things. And above it all, the moon’s own shifting face—from crescent to full - echoes the story’s wisdom reminding us of how many phases can live together in a single, radiant whole.

GIFT IDEAS: This would make a wonderful gift for someone who loves the story of the Jade Rabbit and Moon Goddess, or someone who appreciates Asian folklore and traditional Chinese medicinal herbs. It would be perfect for an aficionado of herbal medicines and folklore, and someone who appreciates all things handmade.

PACKAGING: This print will be carefully rolled in Kraft paper, packed in a recycled clear bag and shipped in a recycled cylindrical tube. A one-page insert including a description of the folktale is included with the print. Gift wrap is possible, please mention it in your note to seller.

SHIPPING: This print has free shipping for U.S. Customers, and there is a flat rate $20 international shipping fee for international customers. IMPORTANT* For international customers there may be an additional tax you have to pay for the artwork to pass through customs.

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