Origins of Chinese Auspicious Symbols (2012 Edition - EPUB)

Origins of Chinese Auspicious Symbols (2012 Edition - EPUB)
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Publisher : Asiapac Books Pte Ltd
Total Pages : 160
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ISBN-10 : 9789812299802
ISBN-13 : 9812299807
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Book Synopsis Origins of Chinese Auspicious Symbols (2012 Edition - EPUB) by : Lim SK

Download or read book Origins of Chinese Auspicious Symbols (2012 Edition - EPUB) written by Lim SK and published by Asiapac Books Pte Ltd. This book was released on 2018-08-31 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Talk about Chinese culture and images of dragon boats, lion dances, red packets and mandarin oranges readily come to mind. Their common thread is that they are all considered auspicious symbols by the Chinese. This charmingly illustrated book takes you on a journey of discovery of many others: * Animals: Phoenix, tortoise, tiger, bat, toad, spider, deer, elephant, horse, crane, carp, goldfish and others. * Plants: Pine, bamboo, plum peony, peach, orchid, chrysanthemum, pomegranate, gourd and others. * Objects: Treasure bowl, money tree, copper coin, ruyi, mirror, seal, Chinese knot and 'tower of wisdom'. * Home items: New year couplets, dumpling, glutinous rice ball, fish, chopsticks, longevity noodles and others. * Words: Happiness, wealth, longevity, Eight Immortals, combined characters, auspicious numbers and greetings. Understanding the appeal of these symbols will help you to appreciate the arts and crafts displayed in Chinese homes and workplaces.


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