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Decorative round wall plate made of natural wood, handmade, painted with oil and gouache, varnished, diameter 30 cm. Petrykivka painting YELLOW-BLUE FLOWERS Ukrainian souvenir - Author's work, signed by the artist.
Petrykivka ornament - an artistic calling card of Ukraine.
Since ancient times, Ukrainians have decorated houses, clothes, handicrafts and everyday objects with bright patterns. Each detail of such images had a hidden, symbolic meaning. For example, grapes were a wish for fertility, oak personified male energy, courage and bravery, poppy personified family memory and the strength of the family, periwinkle - youth, development, growth.
Symbols and amuletsThe main element of Petrykivka painting, which is most often depicted, is the Tree of Life, "flowerpot". A bouquet of flowers, a flowerpot, a bush - this symbolizes the Tree of Life. The tree of life with birds is a symbol of the universe. Elements of grape leaves and bunches on the "flowerpot" make up a "wonderful tree", symbolizing the well-being of the family.
Author's hand painting.
