Sculpture/Artifacts
Bronze statue of the twelve zodiac animal heads in Yuanmingyuan - pig head
Originally part of the fountain outside the Haiyan Hall of the Yuanmingyuan. The pig head bronze statue represents the hour of Hai (21:00 to 23:00) and is one of the twelve zodiac bronze statues. It was designed by European missionary, Italian Lang Shining, supervised by French Jiang Youren, and produced by Qing court craftsmen. The pig head bronze statue symbolizes wealth and auspiciousness, and is an important symbol in traditional Chinese culture. In 1860, the Anglo French coalition invaded China and set fire to the Old Summer Palace, causing the loss of pig head bronze statues overseas. In 2003, Macau entrepreneur Dr. Stanley Ho purchased a pig head bronze statue and donated it to the Poly Art Museum, allowing the pig head bronze statue to return to China.
Pottery Figurines of the Zodiac in the Northern Wei Dynasty: Pottery Figurines Pig
The Terracotta Warriors of the Twelve Palaces is a work of the Northern Wei Dynasty in China, made in the 500 AD era. This terracotta figure is made of gray terracotta, and there are traces on the surface that show that it was coated with slippery soil. This pottery figurine is part of the Zodiac series, and the animals represent the traditional concept of time in ancient China. This group of pottery figurines is currently in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. The pottery figurines of the Northern Wei Dynasty showed the great confluence of the farming culture of the Han nationality in the Central Plains and the nomadic culture of the northern grassland at that time, as well as the new look of ancient pottery under the influence of the flourishing Buddhist statues and sculptures.
The Stone Carving Lion at Bao'an Temple in Dalongdong, Taipei
Bao'an Temple, commonly known as Dalongdong Dadao Gong Temple, is located on Hami Street in Datong District, Taipei City (at the junction of the Danshui River and Keelung River). It mainly worships the Taoist Baosheng Emperor and is the local center of faith in Dalongdong. It is also one of the important temples in northern Taiwan. As the founder of the temple was from Tong'an, Fujian, the name Bao'an has the meaning of "blessing Tong'an" for more than 200 years; The temple covers a vast area of 3000 square meters and is a rare sight to see.
Flamingo Plaster Sculpture Black Ceramic Round Base-Low Head
Front of the house, guarding against evil spirits, stone lion carving - male lion
Zhou Qingding's sculpture "Elephant"
Zhou Qingding (1896.4.1-1984.11.12), born in Anren County, Hunan Province, was a modern sculptor and the founder of animal porcelain carving in China. After the establishment of the People's Republic of China, he served as the head of the Sculpture Department at Zhejiang Academy of Fine Arts (later renamed as the head of the Folk Art Department), dedicated to the research, creation, and teaching of animal sculpture, and achieved remarkable achievements. He inherits the tradition of realistic sculpture in France, attaches great importance to imitating nature, emphasizes the expression of animal vitality, strives to have both form and spirit, does not attach too much importance to ornamentation, uses concise and vivid language, is full of interest, and is full of poetic and picturesque charm.
Collie Shepherd (Clay)
The pottery Collie, made around 100-300 AD, is currently housed at the Minneapolis Academy of Arts. Scottish Shepherd, also known as Collie Shepherd. The coat is long and shiny, with a considerable amount of hair covering the entire body except for the head and limbs; The upper hair is coarse and dense setae, while the lower hair is soft and dense, with characteristic long whiskers.
Clay Statue: A Dog Biting a Bone
Bronze statue of the twelve zodiac animal heads in Yuanmingyuan - horse head
Originally part of the fountain outside the Haiyan Hall of the Yuanmingyuan. It represents noon (11:00 to 13:00) and is one of the twelve bronze statues of the Chinese zodiac. It was designed by European missionary, Italian Lang Shining, supervised by French Jiang Youren, and produced by Qing court craftsmen. Known for its exquisite casting techniques and fusion of Eastern and Western art. In 1860, the Anglo French coalition invaded China and burned down the Old Summer Palace, leading to its loss overseas. In 2007, he was successfully recovered by patriotic Stanley Ho in Hong Kong with HK $69.1 million and donated to the country. On November 13, 2019, it was officially donated to the National Cutural Heritage Administration and allocated to the Beijing Yuanmingyuan Management Office for collection
Chinese Zodiac - Ox Statue
It is an important symbol in Chinese culture, representing the qualities of diligence, resilience, and stability. In the Twelve Earthly Branches, the cow corresponds to "Chou", and is therefore also known as "Chou Niu". Plays a crucial role in agricultural society and is a symbol of cultivation and productivity. In the legends of the twelve zodiac animals, cows are known for their diligence and endurance, and are loyal companions of farmers. According to legend, in the selection competition for zodiac animals, cows have gained people's respect for their hard work and thus occupy a place in the zodiac. In Chinese culture, it symbolizes diligence and loyalty, representing strength and endurance. Considered an auspicious year, it heralds a bountiful harvest and prosperity
The peso sculpture camel for the 285th anniversary celebration of Chelyabinsk city
Bali stone lion made of Indonesian marble
wild boar
Chinese Zodiac - Dragon Statue
It is a symbol of great mystery and high status in Chinese culture, representing power, nobility, and good luck. In the Twelve Earthly Branches, the dragon corresponds to "Chen" and is therefore also known as "Chenlong". In traditional Chinese culture, it is a symbol of auspiciousness and also a symbol of emperors, representing supreme status and authority. In the legends of the twelve zodiac animals, the dragon is known for its extraordinary power and magical ability to change, and is regarded as a divine beast that can summon wind and rain and control the weather. Legend has it that in the process of selecting zodiac animals, dragons, with their extraordinary abilities and divinity, have won people's respect and worship, thus occupying a prestigious position in the zodiac.
Goldfish shaped root
Genfu is a type of miniature sculpture art from the Edo period in Japan (1615-1868), commonly used for decorating and securing small items hanging on kimono belts. This goldfish shaped rootstock is made of boxwood by rootstock sculptor Masanao Ise, and the eyes are set with light and dark keratin. This root has a width of 5.5 centimeters and is located in the British Museum. Masanao Masanao (Ise) was a famous root carving artist during the Edo period in the 19th century. His works usually depict animals, and he is considered one of the greatest artists in the art form of Genfu.
Stone lion
Common anti evil items in traditional Chinese culture. A sculpture of a lion made of stone as raw material, which has artistic and ornamental value. There is usually a pair of stone lions or bronze lions outside the gate, which are usually used to match with buildings for exorcism or decoration. The earliest surviving stone lion is the one in front of Gao Yi's tomb during the Eastern Han Dynasty.
The Seal
Foca is a commemorative sculpture located at Aqu á rio Vasco da Gama Aquarium in Arges, Lisbon, Portugal. This aquarium is one of the oldest aquariums in the world, built in 1898 to commemorate the 400th anniversary of Vasco da Gama's discovery of the sea route to India. The construction of this aquarium began in December 1897 and ended in July 1898, led by two French master architects, Charles Viald and Fernand Tusette, who were then residing in Lisbon.
Nepal's ancient stone carving eagle
This sculpture was built by King Maratha in the Kathmandu Valley, however, this Garuda is the largest one in Kathmandu, built in the 17th century near the Maju Deval Narayan temple, and was constructed as part of the palace's surroundings to beautify it.
Japanese pit viper skeleton
The Japanese pit viper (Gloydius blomhofii) is a venomous snake species belonging to the subfamily Viperinae of the family Viperidae, found in Japan. Unique species of Japan. In Japan, it is commonly referred to as "pit viper".
Bronze statue of the twelve zodiac animal heads in Yuanmingyuan - Snake Head
Originally part of the fountain outside the Haiyan Hall of the Yuanmingyuan. The snake head bronze statue represents the time of the Si (9am to 11pm) and is one of the twelve zodiac bronze statues. It was designed by European missionary, Italian Lang Shining, supervised by French Jiang Youren, and produced by Qing court craftsmen. The bronze statue of a snake's head symbolizes wisdom and prudence, and is an important symbol in Chinese culture. In 1860, the Anglo French coalition invaded China and set fire to the Yuanmingyuan, causing the snake headed bronze statue to begin to be lost overseas. Until now, the whereabouts of the snake head bronze statue are still unknown. Like several other animal heads, its fate has become a symbol of the loss of cultural relics overseas from the Yuanmingyuan and a witness to the loss of Chinese cultural heritage.
Bronze Statue of the Twelve Zodiac Beasts in Yuanmingyuan - Rabbit Head
Originally part of the fountain outside the Haiyan Hall of the Yuanmingyuan. The bronze statue of the rabbit's head represents the hour of Mao (from 5:00 to 7:00) and is one of the twelve zodiac bronze statues. It was designed by European missionary, Italian Lang Shining, supervised by French Jiang Youren, and produced by Qing court craftsmen. The copper statue with a rabbit head symbolizes agility and speed, symbolizing hope and joy. In 1860, the Anglo French coalition invaded China and set fire to the Yuanmingyuan, causing the loss of the rabbit head bronze statue overseas. On April 26, 2013, the French Pinault family announced that they would donate a rabbit head to the Chinese government without compensation. On June 28 of the same year, they officially donated a bronze statue of the rabbit head to China, which is currently housed in the National Museum of China.
The owl statue at the National Library of Greece
The National Library of Greece (Greek: Εθ νικήΒιβ λιοθ ήκη) was established in the first half of the 19th century and is located near the center of Athens. It was designed by Danish architect Theofel Hansen and is one of his neoclassical architectural trilogy (the other two being the Academy of Athens and the University of Athens). The National Library of Greece houses 4500 Greek manuscripts, making it one of the places with the most preserved Greek manuscripts. The museum also houses many documents and archives related to the Greek Revolution.
Chinese Zodiac - Tiger Statue
Representing courage, strength, and majesty, it is one of the highly symbolic animals in Chinese culture. In the Twelve Earthly Branches, the tiger corresponds to "Yin" and is therefore also known as "Yin Hu". In Chinese culture, bravery and nobility are often associated as symbols of power and honor. In the legends of the twelve zodiac animals, the tiger appears in the image of bravery and courage, and is regarded as the king of the mountains and forests. According to legend, in the process of selecting zodiac animals, tigers have won people's respect and worship with their fearless spirit and powerful strength, thus occupying an important position in the zodiac. In Chinese culture, it is not only a symbol of strength, but also a symbol of protection and security.
Chinese Zodiac - Rat Statue
It is an important component of traditional Chinese culture and represents one of the twelve zodiac animals. In the ancient Chinese calendar system of heavenly stems and earthly branches, each zodiac sign corresponds to a earthly branch, and the earthly branch corresponding to the rat is "zi", hence also known as "zi shu". In the legends of the twelve zodiac animals, the rat is known for its wit and agility. According to legend, when the Jade Emperor selected the zodiac animals, the rat, with its intelligence and wit, was the first to arrive at the Heavenly Palace and became the head of the zodiac. It embodies the agility and agility traits of mice. It is considered a symbol of wisdom and wealth because mice are good at accumulating food, symbolizing abundance and harvest. But sometimes it is also often associated with negative images.
crocodile
Bronze Lion Incense Burner in Qing Dynasty Temples
The "Bronze Lion Incense Burner in Qing Dynasty Temple" is a pair of 17th century Chinese cultural relics, currently collected at the Minneapolis Museum of Art in the United States. This lion shaped incense burner is a guard lion, and each of these auspicious beasts (Lin) has a unicorn. They are mythical animals endowed with the ability to distinguish between good and evil. These legendary animals appear in pairs and are used to stand on both sides of the imperial throne in the Forbidden City, representing the dignity, virtues, and wisdom of the royal family.
Pottery Figurines of the Zodiac in the Northern Wei Dynasty: Pottery Figurines Rat
The Terracotta Warriors of the Twelve Palaces is a work of the Northern Wei Dynasty in China, made in the 500 AD era. This terracotta figure is made of gray terracotta, and there are traces on the surface that show that it was coated with slippery soil. This pottery figurine is part of the Zodiac series, and the animals represent the traditional concept of time in ancient China. This group of pottery figurines is currently in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. The pottery figurines of the Northern Wei Dynasty showed the great confluence of the farming culture of the Han nationality in the Central Plains and the nomadic culture of the northern grassland at that time, as well as the new look of ancient pottery under the influence of the flourishing Buddhist statues and sculptures.
Brown bear
Bronze Statue of the Twelve Zodiac Beasts in Yuanmingyuan - Dog Head
Originally part of the fountain outside the Haiyan Hall of the Yuanmingyuan. The bronze statue of the dog's head represents the hour of Xu (19:00 to 21:00) and is one of the twelve zodiac bronze statues. It was designed by European missionary, Italian Lang Shining, supervised by French Jiang Youren, and produced by Qing court craftsmen. The bronze statue of a dog's head is renowned for its exquisite casting techniques and the fusion of Eastern and Western art. In 1860, the Anglo French coalition invaded China and set fire to the Old Summer Palace, causing the loss of the bronze dog head statue overseas. Until now, its whereabouts are still unknown. Like several other animal heads, its fate has become a symbol of the loss of cultural relics overseas from the Yuanmingyuan and a witness to the loss of Chinese cultural heritage.
Exquisite carving of tiger head sculpture on redwood
Pottery Figurines of the Zodiac in the Northern Wei Dynasty: Pottery Figurines Dog
The Terracotta Warriors of the Twelve Palaces is a work of the Northern Wei Dynasty in China, made in the 500 AD era. This terracotta figure is made of gray terracotta, and there are traces on the surface that show that it was coated with slippery soil. This pottery figurine is part of the Zodiac series, and the animals represent the traditional concept of time in ancient China. This group of pottery figurines is currently in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. The pottery figurines of the Northern Wei Dynasty showed the great confluence of the farming culture of the Han nationality in the Central Plains and the nomadic culture of the northern grassland at that time, as well as the new look of ancient pottery under the influence of the flourishing Buddhist statues and sculptures.
Chinese Zodiac - Pig Statue
The pig in the Chinese zodiac symbolizes wealth, good luck, and honesty. In traditional Chinese zodiac culture, the twelve earthly branches corresponding to the pig are "Hai", hence also known as "Hai Pig". With its gentle personality and rich image, it is regarded as a symbol of abundance and harvest. In the legends of the twelve zodiac animals, it appears with its simple, cute, and carefree image. Legend has it that in the process of selecting zodiac animals, although pigs move slowly, they ultimately succeed in obtaining their zodiac position through their honesty and kindness. In Chinese culture, the Year of the Pig is often considered a year full of opportunities and prosperity, suitable for accumulating wealth and enjoying life.
Chinese Zodiac - Dog Statue
Symbolizing loyalty, courage, and integrity. In traditional Chinese zodiac culture, the twelve earthly branches corresponding to dogs are called "xu", hence also known as "xu dog". He is regarded as the most loyal friend of humanity due to his loyalty to humanity and natural instinct to protect his homeland. In the legends of the twelve zodiac animals, it appears in the form of loyalty and bravery. It is said that in the process of selecting zodiac animals, with his firm will and unremitting efforts, he successfully obtained the position of zodiac animal. In Chinese culture, the Year of the Dog is often considered a year full of loyalty and protection, suitable for establishing solid interpersonal relationships and maintaining family harmony. It is also associated with the word 'wang'.
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