Japanese Temple guardians - Nio
Gallery 2 - Asian Arts
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at a glance
Origin
Date/Period
Materials
Meaning
Japan
c. 1980s
Carved wood
Symbolic guardians for Buddhist temple
Botticelli's "Primavera" also featured. the Three Graces of Greek Mythology
THE STORY
Big Island-based artist Terry O'Neil was commissioned by the hotel's developer to produce a signature work for the property. She chose a Hawaiian interpretation of the famous "Three Graces" theme in painting and sculpture. Ms. O'Neil was particularly inspired by Sandro Botticelli's (1445-1510) "Primavera." This painting features the three Charites, Greek goddesses personifying beauty and grace, and like
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