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pipistrello (蝙蝠 / fú)
pipistrello (bat / fú)
The Bat (Fú 福) – The Flight of Happiness Often confused with a butterfly or a floral decoration, the bat is actually one of the most positive symbols in Eastern... Read more...
Dettaglio marchio rosso sigillare Made in Macao Àomén Zào 澳門造 su porcellana cinese - mazzotta.store
Made in Macao
The Value of the Made in Macao / Àomén Zào (澳門造) Brand Behind the red seal Made in Macao / Àomén Zào (澳門造) lies a story of craftsmanship excellence and... Read more...
cervo / Lu (鹿)
deer / Lu (deer)
The deer (Lu) is not only an aesthetic companion of the wise Shou Lao, but a true "living hieroglyph" of fortune. In this article, we explore how its figure represents... Read more...
Ruyi Heads (Ruyi Pattern - 茹意纹) blog description
The Ruyi motif (如意纹), a symbol of good fortune and the fulfillment of wishes, is one of the most iconic decorations in Chinese art. Derived from the ceremonial Ruyi scepter, it represents protection, harmony, and a connection to the celestial world. Found on porcelain and cloisonné, it is a mark of quality and manufacturing refinement. Read more...
Dio della Longevità / Shou Lao (Cinese: 寿老 - Shòulǎo)
God of Longevity / Shou Lao (Chinese: 寿老 - Shòulǎo)
Known as the God of Longevity, Shou Lao is the most iconic symbol of health and wisdom in Eastern art. From the quest for immortality to his unmistakable high forehead,... Read more...
Spiral Clouds / Cloud Scrolls (Chinese: 雲紋 - Yúnwén)
Symbol of eternal fortune and celestial benevolence, the Spiral Clouds (Yúnwén) represent the vital breath of Eastern art. In this in-depth exploration, we discover how the elegant "Cloud Scrolls" define the aesthetics of cloisonné, creating hypnotic backgrounds that evoke the movement of the sky and the continuity of time. A journey between spirituality and craftsmanship. Read more...
Millefiori / Wan Hua Dui (Chinese: 萬花堆 - Wànhuāduī)
The term Millefiori, translated into Chinese as Wan Hua Dui (literally "accumulation of ten thousand flowers"), identifies one of the most prestigious and complex decorative styles of Eastern art, particularly in the crafting of Cloisonné enamels. Features of the Motif This decoration is characterized by a dense floral composition that completely covers the surface of the object, almost entirely eliminating the visibility of the background. Symbolism: It represents the lushness of nature, prosperity, and a wish for eternal spring. Technique: In Cloisonné, each flower is outlined by metallic threads that... Read more...
Il Simbolismo Cinese – Enciclopedia A–Z
Chinese Symbolism – Encyclopedia A–Z
The symbolism occupies a role central in the culture Chinese. Flowers, animals, creatures mythological and motifs decorative no are simple elements ornamental, but bearers of meanings linked deeply to the... Read more...