Rooster - Cockerel Chinese Watercolor Artwork

The rooster is more relevant in China, either for its physical characteristics and grandness or its behaviour, which convey five virtues: the civil virtue, represented by the comb, conferring the look of a mandarin, the military virtue because of the spur, symbol of bravery, courage, shown by its behaviour in fights, kindness for sharing food with the hens, trust for the assurance which announces daylight everyday.   Roosters in China are not eaten or killed. They are considered protectors against demons. Having a painting of a red rooster at home means protection against fire. Placing a white rooster in a coffin keeps the dead away from demons.   Ancient China produced many types of beautiful works of art. Different eras and dynasties had their specialties. Chinese philosophy and religion had an impact on artistic styles and subjects. Painting was often inspired by poetry and combined with calligraphy. Many paintings were landscapes that featured mountains, homes, birds, trees, and water.