Using hemp paper, mizuhoshi, iwa-enogu (mineral pigments), gold paint, and silver paint. The frame is painted with bronze and gold. The frame is applied with bronze gold, so it may be displayed without a frame. Panel size F3. The owl is said to be a very lucky bird. It is said to bring good luck, good fortune, and prosperous business because of its night vision and its neck bend. In Egyptian mythology, it is said to be a "mysterious holy spirit" that can foresee danger. The eyes are painted with gold paint. Japanese painting is based on a style of painting that has existed for more than 1,000 years, and uses traditional materials that have been cultivated throughout history. The technique involves painting on Japanese paper, silk, wood, etc., using natural pigments such as sumi, iwa-enogu, gofun, etc., and glue as an adhesive. Gold and other metal materials (gold leaf, etc.) are also used. Iwa-enogu, made from ores, is a beautiful, sand-like powder. Mizuhigure, made from clay, is a fine, stretchy paint with fine particles. Artificial versions of iwa-enogu and mizuhoshi egur are also made, and are available in a wide variety of colors. Goko, made from shells, is a white pigment with fine particles.
