Snake and Melon (Totoya Hokkei) Antique Japanese Ukiyo-e Folklore Serpent Woodblock Pastel Edo Period Vintage Fine Art Print African Hoodie The vajra represents the diamond-like

The vajra represents the diamond-like indestructibility of the mind

a state of enlightenment in which the desires and attachments that fuel the cycle of rebirth are extinguished

Different animals and birds were associated with different ranks and offices

this series is regarded as the masterpiece of his later years

The prints are a play on words

Snake and Melon (Totoya Hokkei) Antique Japanese Ukiyo-e Folklore Serpent Woodblock Pastel Edo Period Vintage Fine Art Print African Hoodie The vajra represents the diamond-like"Snake and Melon" is an antique Japanese ukiyo e art print created by the artist Totoya Hokkei in the 19th century. The print depicts a scene of a snake coiling around a melon, which is a symbol of summer and abundance. The snake is a common symbol in Japanese art, and it is often associated with the idea of change and transformation. The melon, on the other hand, is a symbol of fertility and good luck. Totoya Hokkei was a master of the ukiyo e style,