WASHOKU - Melon

http://worldkigo2005.blogspot.jp/2006/01/melon-uri.html
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Snake and Two Melons
魚屋北渓 Hokkei (1780 - 1850)

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Hokkei was one of the best students of Hokusai, and his pieces were of a very high quality of craftsmanship.
The snake is symbolic of great cunning at a supernatural level. Having it amongst the melons makes it auspicious for family unity.
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