Comments on: New Banksy – Origami Crane

By: Peter Wiles

Peter Wiles — Mon, 28 May 2012 11:11:37 +0000

I live just near this spot in Lyme Regis. My earliest photo of it (not on my website) is 31 January 2012. It appeared overnight but was completed during a second night. Unfortunately the clump of reeds were removed during a river cleaning exercise. No doubt they will grow back.

By: Philip Watson

Philip Watson — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 12:49:19 +0000

Not sure when it was painted, but we first saw it 26 February 2012. See http://www.flickr.com/photos/rpw934/6944920967/

By: Mushroom

Mushroom — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 00:06:28 +0000

I love this-How cool would it be to be walking down the street and spot this?? Thanks for the explanation. Very cool. My son has been asking for a goldfish, heres another reason to get a couple Peace

By: Senses Lost

Senses Lost — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:00:45 +0000

Thanks for the insight on the symbolism.

By: Heather

Heather — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 17:21:09 +0000

If you are looking at symbolism….
The Crane:The Crane is legendary in China for being the prince of all feathered creature on earth. Next to the Phoenix (also listed on this page), the Crane is the most favored all Chinese bird symbols. The Crane is the ancient symbol for longevity because of its exceptionally long life span. In many legends, the spirits ride on cranes, which are also said to bear the souls of the departed to the heavens.
The goldfish:
The gold fish brings good luck in the form of tranquility, wisdom and long life. It is one among the eight sacred symbols of the Buddha where they represent fertility, abundance and harmony with the flow of life. Ancient Greeks believed goldfish enhanced good luck in marriage and relationships. In ancient Egypt goldfish were kept in the house as a lucky omen for the family and helped cheer up domestic situations.