Zouyu, Cry The Deer was inspired by the legend of the zouyu, a mythical white tiger-like beast with a gentle, herbivorous nature. The benevolent, vegetarian, and virtuous zouyu only appears when a sagacious ruler reigns and a sighting is an auspicious omen. The design title was inspired by the ancient poem, Yu, Yu, Cry The Deer. Within this design, the protagonist absentmindedly feasts on the rare and precious Peaches of Immortality, while the soft, quiet fawn blends unnoticed into the fallen fruit. The nature of the beast and the fate of the fawn are open to the viewers discretion; herbivorous zouyu, or ferocious white tiger? An empty porcelain vase represents peace, while, like the main subject, a tiny jade tiger ornament faces west. Strategically placed cinnabar seals identify the artist and the provenance of the work while balancing the composition. Knots and bows represent a rebus; tying each symbolism and metaphor together as one. Sabina Savage is noted in a traditional, calligraphy-style brush script.
Color: Fir/Fawn
Features:
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Sabina Savage Zouyu, Cry The Deer Silk Twill 90 Scarf in Fir/Fawn
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90cm x 90cm
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Hand Rolled Edging
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Dry Clean Only
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100% Silk Twill
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Made In England
Sold Exclusively on the Monterey Peninsula at Augustina’s Designer Boutique in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California.
About Sabina Savage:
"Founded in 2014, Sabina Savage offers elaborate, heritage-inspired prints on exquisite scarves and clothing. Each design is hand drawn by Sabina, and each of our products is made in the UK. Our studio is based in the heart of creative east London, which Sabina shares with her small team, her rescue dog Ginger, and her rescue cat Panther.
As the sole creative force of the brand, all research, illustration, colour, text, garment patterns and print placements are conceptualised and created by Sabina, offering a unique aesthetic and a singular vision.
The brand focuses on original storytelling and exceptional craftsmanship." - Sabina Savage
- Materials:
- 100% Silk Twill
- Design Features:
- Hand Rolled Edging Dry Clean Only
- Size:
- 90cm x 90cm
- Origin:
- Made In England
