Tranquility

A verdant country village is depicted as the morning sun ascends above the distant mountains. Gently flowing waterfalls cascade from a river flowing through this Asian village. In the reflection of the waters can be seen the burnt orange glow of the mountains while beautiful green foliage surrounds the peaceful countryside. This fabulous Oriental wall fan is not only a striking art piece, it is a reminder of the strong tie we all share with nature. The more rural Asian villages in south Asia all share a life that is slower and more in harmony and balance with their natural surroundings. They farm their land, wash their clothes in the rivers and collect their water from it too. Most of their time is spent under the sun and they live in simple dwellings like the huts painted in this amazing work. This Asian wall fan is completely hand-painted with acrylic paint on a rayon fabric. The frame of the wall fan is made of sturdy bamboo for years and years of use. Water was and still is a common theme in Chinese and Asian artwork. This reflects back to the times of the ancient Taoists, who believed water to be one of the five natural elements, along with fire, earth, metal and wood. According to the Taoists, everything in the universe is characterized by the constant interplay between the five elements; they are always moving, malleable and unstable. The painted image in this wall fan potrays all five elements, with water being the predominant element. In Feng Shui, the ancient art of creating harmony from the alignment of natural and unnatural things, a well-balanced combination of all five elements creates a harmonious environment. Such is the scene here, with the sun, river, rocks, grass and trees making up the five Taoist elements. This lovely handcrafted work of art can serve as the centerpiece for any room in your home. Hang the 60" size over your bed for tranquil sleep and pleasant dreams. Or place it over your living room couch for a quaint decorative look. The smaller 40" size is ideal for small rooms, bathrooms or hallways. This fan must been seen in person to be truly appreciated and will *wow* all who see it.