
A few days ago I mentioned the haiku written by Buson on his deathbed. The haiku referred to Wang Wei of the plum blossom poem previously posted with my painting. I found it particularly touching so here it is again with the image that came to me. I have posted two versions of the haiku – the one which I found and a version by Tom Radcliffe which respects haiku formalism. My illustration subtly refers to Wang Wei by bringing in a hint of plum blossoms. Hope you enjoy!
winter warbler;
long ago in Wang Wei’s
hedge also
winter warbler sings;
long ago in Wang Wei’s hedge
she sang for him too
(Tom Radcliffe)
image (cc) 2009 Hilary Farmer