Sakura II 2017

"Sakura II" by Rose Freymuth-Frazier presents a serene landscape dominated by blossoming cherry trees, a profound symbol of spring and renewal across cultures. The ephemeral beauty of the cherry blossom, or "sakura," is not only celebrated in Japanese art, poetry, and philosophy where it embodies the transient nature of life, but has also found its way to the Western consciousness. We can compare this to Botticelli’s "Primavera" in which the theme of renewal is seen through the allegory of Spring and the lushness of the season. The cherry blossom, with its delicate petals, evokes a sense of longing, reminding us of the fleeting moments of beauty and joy in life. This motif, deeply rooted in cultural memory, continues to resurface and resonate, proving the non-linear progression of symbols across time. The emotive quality of the cherry blossoms engages our subconscious, and reminds us of the cyclical passage of time.