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Wise turtle
$700.00
In La Fontaine's Fables, the tortoise symbolizes patience, perseverance, and...
humility, particularly in The Tortoise and the Hare, where constant effort triumphs over
Arrogance. The tortoise embodies the wisdom of moving slowly but surely, a lesson
Opposed to haste and overconfidence, in Korean tradition the tortoise (geobuk) is a revered creature, a symbol of longevity, protection, and cosmic stability; it is even said to carry the world on its back in some myths, connecting earth and sky. Just as La Fontaine's tortoise teaches that success comes from endurance, the Korean tortoise represents resilience and harmony, making it, in both cultures, a timeless symbol of strength through perseverance.
Acrylic and sand, 22 x 33 cm