representation of Sarimanok
Sarimanok is a mythical bird of the Maranao culture that originates in Mindanao, an important island in the Philippines. It comes from the words "sari" and "manok." "Sari" means cloth or clothing, which is usually of varied colors Manòk, which is part of its name, is a Filipino word for chicken. Description
It is the legendary bird that has become an omnipresent symbol of Maranao art. It is described as a bird with wings of varied colors and the tail with feathers, with a fish in the beak or in the claws. The head is profusely decorated with parchment leaves. It is said to be a symbol of good fortune.
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