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Lotus – Cycle of Life – Lacquer

In Buddhism, the lotus is symbolic of purity as its flowers blossom on long stalks as if floating above the muddy waters of attachment and desire. It means also detachment as drops of water easily slide off its petals.

Because it still passes out of the water to catch the sun, it represents also strength and commitment. The lotus has been named as Vietnam’s national flower.

This photo has been taken at the Royal Citadel of Hue which is surrounded by large moats. It shows the 3 stages of the life cycle, at youth, adulthood and old age. Its rendering is inspired by the Vietnamese lacquer’s subtle mood.

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