Design Concept: The Qilin represents the element earth and the central position, and is frequently depicted in yellow; hence it is also known as the Golden Qilin. The lifespan of this mythical creature is said to be two thousand years. The male is called qi, and the female lin; both are a composite of a deer, horse, cow, and fish. The Qilin is noted for its gentle disposition, and is so benevolent that it carefully avoids treading on greenery of any kind. A traditional symbol of prosperity, the Qilin is said to bring bumper crops and progeny. The Qilin in this piece is embedded within a hollow sphere representing the universe, and is depicted leaping out of the water, with its bushy mane flying in the wind. It’s resolute expression and dynamic posture exude confidence and strength. Associated with the four quadrants of the vault of heaven are the Azure Dragon of the East, the Vermillion Bird of the South, the White Tiger of the West, and the Black Tortoise of the North; in the center is the Qilin (unicorn). Each region corresponds to one of the five elements: metal (west), wood (east), water (north), fire (south), and earth (center). Moving across the night sky, the stars connect all life to the five elements. When the universe and elements are aligned, harmony ensues. 麒麟, 五行屬土, 方位對應中央、麒麟屬黃,亦稱黃金麒麟。麒麟是中國古代神話傳說中的神獸,據說能活兩千年。雄的名麒,雌的名麟,合稱麒麟,集結鹿、馬、牛、魚等吉祥動物美好象徵於一身,性情溫和,不傷人畜,不踐踏花草,故稱為仁獸,麒麟使天地年年五穀豐收;又麒麟送子,代表代代興旺。 造型上,用圓代表宇宙,麒麟呈現跳躍出水的動態姿勢,前蹄騰空向前,眼神堅定,鬃毛被風吹拂,根根分明,整體展現出蓄勢待發,以及無比的信心與活力。 五相,東青龍、西白虎、南朱雀、北玄武、中麒麟,安定人心,信心的鎮守與護佑。古老的東方智慧,指引人們前往美好和諧的未來。 |
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