Phoebe Xiao

Meng Po

Illustration
2021
Digital
8.5'11
Inspired by Chinese mythology, souls of the dead are fed a potion by the goddess Meng Po, erasing memories of prior incarnations. Skepticism of the potion‘s lasting effect results in the loss of memories of infancy.

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Meng Po
Meng Po

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Phoebe Xiao

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