What kind of themes do Chinese families choose for decoration?
China is one of the world's oldest civilizations, with nearly 4,000 years of documented history.
More than 3,000 years ago in the Shang Dynasty, China had already begun painting on pottery. During the Tang Dynasty, Chinese products had established extensive economic and cultural ties with many countries including Japan, Korea, India, Persia, and Arabia.
10 common themes for large home decor and gifts
How to choose Chinese-style decorations and gifts for those who love China? Sigurai offers 10 common decorative elements to ease your worries.
1. Mandarin ducks
In China, "Yuanyang" is composed of "Yuan" and "Yang". Yuan means male bird and Yang means female bird, so Yuanyang is a compound word.
In Chinese culture, mandarin ducks are a symbol of happiness and marital fidelity. People often choose to give mandarin duck-related products as gifts to newlyweds or married couples, hoping for a harmonious and loving relationship between the couple.
2. Crane
The crane occupies a very important position in traditional Chinese auspicious culture. It is the second most important symbol of related products after the dragon and phoenix used exclusively by the royal family.
In China, the crane represents the purity and nobility of the human soul.
3. Orchid
Plum blossoms, orchids, bamboo, and chrysanthemums are called the "Four Gentlemen" by the Chinese.
In Chinese culture, orchids symbolize those who are unafraid of power and bravely fight against evil.
4. Lotus
Lotus is not only one of the top ten famous flowers in China. It is also the national flower of India, Vietnam and Malawi.
The lotus is a symbol of peace, harmony, cooperation, unity, solidarity and union; the purity of the lotus symbolizes the purity of the cause of peace and a harmonious world.
Very suitable for giving to friends, pray for your friendship.
5. Chrysanthemum
Chrysanthemum has rich meanings in traditional Chinese culture and is often given symbolic meanings such as longevity, peace, auspiciousness, pure outlook on love, and seclusion.
In China, white chrysanthemums are often used to commemorate deceased relatives and express remembrance.
6. Peach blossoms
Chinese people often used peach blossoms to describe a woman's beautiful face. It is also used to describe the teacher's students as being excellent and famous all over the world.
In Chinese folklore, hanging peach branches in front of the door can prevent ghosts and demons from entering the house. If a person is pursued or falls in love with someone, the Chinese call it peach blossom luck.
7. Bamboo
Describes a person with a strong character who is not afraid of failure.
8. Pine
Pine trees symbolize longevity in China and are particularly suitable as gifts for the elderly. They also symbolize unbreakable friendship, farewell, and mourning for deceased friends.
9. Peony
In China, peony represents a woman with a beautiful appearance and elegance, and therefore has the beautiful connotation of grace and luxury. Especially for women of high rank.
10. Plum
The plum blossom is one of China's ten most famous flowers. Along with orchids, bamboo, and chrysanthemums, it is listed as one of the Four Gentlemen, and along with pine and bamboo, is known as one of the "Three Friends of Winter"
In traditional Chinese culture, the plum blossom, with its noble, strong, and humble qualities, inspires ambition and hard work.
Plum blossom cake
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