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Urashimataro's Box

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Based on the Japanese tale of Urashimataro when he opens the gift at the end.
Done in graphite and oils.

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Mirage-Epoque
I haven't heard of this Japanese folklore so I definitely will search for it! :omfg:

It looks so amazing how fluent the colors are and the older, watery face seems to fuse with the boy's. :)

I hope you don't mind me asking. But how long did it take for you to create this painting? :)