Chinese Monkey Pins and Buttons
Description: Shen (Monkey) Witty, lively, flexible, humorous, curious Feb 12, 1956 – Jan 30, 1957 Jan 30, 1968 – Feb 16, 1969 Feb 16, 1980 – Feb 4, 1981 Feb 4, 1992 – Jan 22, 1993 Jan 22, 2004 – Feb 8, 2005 Feb 8, 2016 – Jan 27, 2017 Jan 26, 2028 – Feb 12, 2029 Silkscreen design for the Year of the Monkey by Daniel Liam Gill http://daniel-gill.com
Description: A circular emblem in a bold red, depicting a monkey hanging from a branch with red blossoms and berries. The monkey is rendered in a cut-out paper style, with intricate lines representing fur and texture. The background is solid black, emphasizing the red elements within the circle.
Description: A stylized representation of a red monkey character in traditional warrior attire, holding a yellow staff overhead. The character is seated on a dark, cloud-like formation. Behind the character, a banner displays prominent black Chinese calligraphy. The background features muted mountainous landscapes and stylized clouds. The color palette is primarily red, yellow, black, and earthy tones.
Description: Monkey King artwork refers to the depiction of the famous Chinese mythical character Sun Wukong, also known as the Monkey King, in various forms of visual art. The Monkey King is a central character in the Chinese novel "Journey to the West," and is widely regarded as one of the most iconic figures in Chinese mythology. In Monkey King artwork, Sun Wukong is often depicted as a powerful and mischievous character, with exaggerated features and fantastical abilities. These depictions may take many forms, including paintings, sculptures, and digital art. Some artists may choose to emphasize the Monkey King's monkey-like features, while others may incorporate more fantastical elements such as glowing eyes, magical staffs, or clouds of smoke.
