ISBN: 9781439796887
- 176 lined pages - 90 x 140mm (3.75 x 5.50in) - 85gsm
- Smythe sewn binding
- Elastic band closure
- Memento pouch
- Decorated page edges
- Bookmark ribbon page marker
- Acid-free, sustainable forest paper
- Smooth writing surface that takes pen and ink superbly
Birds of Happiness
Legend has it that hanging a Bird of Happiness in one’s home will bring good health and fortune to all who live under its warm embrace. Artist Nadezhda Sokolova, also known as Nadya Sokolova, has taken inspiration from this classic tale of Russian folklore for these designs. Using her unique style of batik painting on silk, Sokolova captures the warmth and optimism of these “wood chip birds.”
Similar to the Slavic story of the Firebird, the Bird of Happiness, or Pomor dove, symbolises family happiness and represents the sun. It comes from the story of a hunter who carved such a bird for his sick son. When he hung the carving above his son’s bed, it magically came to life, with the boy exclaiming “Here is the sun!” as he experienced a miraculous recovery. Today, the birds are often hung in multiple spots inside the home where the movement of warm air brings them to life, spinning them in a circle where they hang.
With these bright and lively images, we hope these vibrant birds of lore will bring good luck to your life and brighten up a dark spot in any home.
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