Dragons, Mulberry paper (kozo washi) treated with fermented persimmon tannin (kakishibu), and silk threads (itoire), Japanese dragons (ryu) originate from Chinese dragons and represent a wingless serpent with three-clawed feet. Each part of the body is a composite of nine different animals: Horns – Deer, Head – Camel, Eyes – Rabbit, Neck – Snake, Abdomen – Cockle, Scales – Carp, Claws – Eagle, Paws – Tiger, and Ears – Ox. Depictions of dragons are symbols of strength, courage, and magic. These five dragons are shown flying in the sky. Silk threads are added to support the stencil structure

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Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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