1000 Cranes: Tradition and Legend
1000 cranes have been seen as a heartfelt wish for recovery or as a lucky charm in Japan since ancient times. Since the story of Sadako Sasaki, they are a symbol for the desire for peace.
Crane Meditation presents unique works – composed of Thousands of folded Origami cranes.
In loving work, according to ancient origami tradition, the cranes are folded from the best Japanese paper (和紙 - Washi) and put together in charming compositions.
By combining the finest paper, individually crafted frames and stunning artistic compositions, hundreds of hours of handwork create almost surreal-looking artworks that leave a lasting impression.
1000 cranes have been seen as a heartfelt wish for recovery or as a lucky charm in Japan since ancient times. Since the story of Sadako Sasaki, they are a symbol for the desire for peace.
How long the fold 1000 cranes will take, and what is the significance of the type of the paper? And why does it take Hundreds of hours to finished work of art?
Sadako Sasaki was a Japanese Survivors of the atomic bomb strikes on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. During her severe illness of leukemia, she began to fold 1000 cranes.