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Artwork details
- Medium : Acrylic, Oil on Wood
- Other details : Artwork on supported wooden frame. Ready to hang. Framing on request.
- Dimensions : 40x40in
About this artwork
This painting is the concept of Yue Lao, or the Matchmaker, who is deeply rooted in Chinese mythology and folklore. Yue Lao is often depicted as a divine being living on the moon, with a kind and wise demeanor, responsible for bringing destined couples together through an invisible magical red string, also known as the "String of Marriage." This string connects the pinky fingers of the two individuals who are meant to be soul mates, regardless of…
the distance and obstacles they may face.
The Matchmaker series explores themes of destiny, love, and the interconnectedness of people's lives through the lens of Chinese mythology. It may follow the journeys of individuals whose paths intertwine due to the workings of Yue Lao and the mysterious red string, ultimately leading them to discover the true meaning of love and fate.
Overall, the Matchmaker series offers a glimpse into the enduring allure of ancient myths and legends, while exploring universal themes of romance and destiny.
The Matchmaker series explores themes of destiny, love, and the interconnectedness of people's lives through the lens of Chinese mythology. It may follow the journeys of individuals whose paths intertwine due to the workings of Yue Lao and the mysterious red string, ultimately leading them to discover the true meaning of love and fate.
Overall, the Matchmaker series offers a glimpse into the enduring allure of ancient myths and legends, while exploring universal themes of romance and destiny.
Peter Chung
Canada
Credentials
- Works on commission
« My paintings are stories that make connections with their owners. Like a mirror, whenever the viewer lays eyes on the painting, they see themselves in the houses and interpret the messages as their own. »
Peter Chung is an exciting Canadian painter who has exhibited his work nationally. His depictions of houses represent people and explore related themes such as privacy and family. Every shape, line, and element of light is intended to represent aspects of connection and life such as feelings of love, pages from diaries, picture frames and sweet memories. His aesthetic appears soft and warm, balanced in technical and thematic harmony.