Material:silk and camphor wood

Unbelievable delicate, worth collecting! All hand made by Chinese traditional craftsmen


The Chinese Puppet Show (kuileixi) is known as mu'ouxi (play of wooden dolls), in the country, which has its roots in remote time. Traditionally, Puppet Show comes in three forms: the rod-top puppet, the marionette or string puppet and the glove or hand puppet. In China, the rod-top puppet is the most popular show.

The puppet, less than a meter tall, is made with true-to-life features. It is raised overhead at the top of a stick by the puppeteer with one hand and manipulated its action (moving a pair of wire rods) with the other hand.

One of the basic skills required of the puppeteer is to be able to hold high the puppet, which weighs 2 to 3 kilograms, with one arm and to keep it either motionless or moving steadily on the Same as picture level as dictated by the scenario.

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Rich Artistic Connotation & Historical Background:

The artwork is a large and exquisite Chinese silk puppet named "Zhong Kui".

It carries rich spiritual and cultural connotations and historical significance.

Zhong Kui is an important character in traditional Chinese culture, known as a brave, wise, and righteous deity.

In ancient Chinese literary works, Zhong Kui is often depicted as a heroic figure who can ward off evil spirits and ghosts.

This large and exquisite Chinese silk puppet showcases the superb craftsmanship of traditional Chinese arts and crafts.

Its production process involves multiple steps, including design, carving, dyeing, and sewing.

Every detail is carefully crafted to create a magnificent effect.

Zhong Kui's image usually portrays a man dressed in gorgeous attire, holding a sword and a fan.

His image exudes a sense of dignity and strength, while also revealing a mysterious atmosphere.

This image holds significant symbolic meaning in Chinese culture, representing the power of courage, wisdom, and justice.

By appreciating this large and exquisite Chinese silk puppet, we can gain a deeper understanding of the artistic value and historical background of traditional Chinese culture.

It is not only a beautiful work of art but also a continuation and inheritance of culture.