The Three Wise Monkeys: Mizaru, Kikazaru, and Iwazaru.
Of Japanese origin, their names mean: Not to see, Not to hear, Not to say.

This is not a submissive stance, passively accepting whatever happens; rather, it is a conscious choice to omit words that harm ourselves or others—a code of conduct advocating prudence. It is an attempt not to speak excessively, nor to witness or listen to what is close to evil.

On the canvas, restless minutes pretend not to see, not to hear, not to say