The art form entered Taiwan during the reign of the Tao Kuang Emperor(1821-1850) and were used to adorn temples with life-like legendary figures, mythical beasts, birds and animals. The production process relies on the ingnuity of the craftsman to select, filter, mould, shape, dry, and fire the clay with multi-level glazes, so combining the skills of construction, design, imagery and clay firing into one artifact. The unique brilliance of the colors, such as the amber and jadeite greens and the golden reds, have been appreciated increasingly with each passing generation.

Cochin Ceramics have always occupied a central part of Taiwan's traditional artistic culture, and have now evolved to become unique decorative artifacts of exquisite beauty bellieved to bring good fortune and ward off evil spirits.

Size:16"*4"*4"

Material:Jiao Zhi pottery

Origin:Beijing

Craft:tradiitonal jiao zhi pottery making crafts with over 2000 years history

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Rich Artistic Connotation & Historical Background:

This is a Chinese ceramic lion, which has a unique artistic style and historical significance.

The name of this artwork is "Chinese Cochin Ceramics-Announce Good News Lion", which represents good luck and celebration in traditional Chinese culture.

Ceramic lions are a type of traditional Chinese handicraft that are often placed in temples, palaces, and homes to pray for good luck and protection.

These lions have lifelike appearances, with smooth muscle lines and majestic expressions, giving people a strong visual impact.

The production process of ceramic lions is very complex, involving multiple steps such as carving, firing, and glazing.

Each ceramic lion is unique, representing the unique charm and exquisite craftsmanship of traditional Chinese culture.

This artwork has bright colors and exquisite patterns, showcasing the superb level of traditional Chinese art.

Its appearance not only enriches people's cultural life but also inherits the essence of traditional Chinese culture.