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"*16"*5"

Material:Jiao Zhi pottery

Origin:Beijing

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

A Masterpiece of Art & Time:

This picture shows a pair of large ceramic Beijing lion statues on wooden bases.

These lion statues are masterpieces of traditional Chinese art, rich in cultural connotations and historical significance.

Their design is inspired by the mythical creature of ancient China, the lion, which symbolizes power, courage, and majesty.

The craftsmanship of these lion statues is exquisite, with vibrant colors and smooth lines, showcasing the superb skills of traditional Chinese ceramic art.

They are not only works of art but also symbols and inheritances of Chinese culture.

By appreciating these lion statues, we can feel the profoundness and unique charm of Chinese traditional culture.

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