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#146 Menqilin

Learn more about Becky Dreistadt's year-long project showcasing 151 creatures hand-painted by the artist, accompanied with imaginative stories by her partner Frank Gibson culminating in a fantastically fun exhibit and book release. More details

Artist:	Becky Dreistadt
Exhibition:	Capture Creatures by Becky Dreistadt
Art Width:	7.0" (17.78 cm)
Art Height:	5.0" (12.7 cm)
Frame Width:	12.0" (30.48 cm)
Frame Height:	10.0" (25.4 cm)
Medium:	Gouache
Features:	Framed Signed

Artwork

Menqilin is a rarely sighted legendary creature, considered by folklorists to be the “companion to the gods”. Its solitary horn is a powerful electric conductor, channeling lightning from the clouds, which it can release in powerful bursts. Menqilin often come to the aid of creatures in need but never seek out conflict. The creature’s molted scales are prized possessions amongst those who indulge in folklore. Menqilin have never been sighted when not running.