"The crane has become a global symbol of peace.

The legend of the thousand cranes (Senbazuru) originates from Japan and tells that if one folds a thousand paper cranes within a year, held together by a string, one's wishes for happiness, health, and peace for a particular person will come true.

It is in this spirit that my work was created. I have linked together the stars representing the countries of Europe with a string, just like the garland of cranes. In doing so, I hope for happiness, longevity, and above all, peace within Europe. Through this piece, I would like to spark the curiosity of passersby and help them discover this legend."

-Marie Emosa aka MaRIE-