OUR COLLECTION — ASIA — CHINA 57. SQUARE HOLY FAMILY WALL HANGING
This square wall hanging of the Holy Family is finished with Chinese knots and tassels. Knots are a symbol of unity in Chinese culture (what a great symbol for the Holy Family!). The choice of red for the knots and tassels is also important. In addition to attracting luck, red is the color of joy and happiness in Chinese culture. Thus Chinese brides always wear red; the origins of this practice can be traced back to the Song dynasty (960-1279). The total length of this hanging is 31 inches.
The carving itself measures 9.75 inches high and 8 inches wide. The wood is aromatic camphor wood. The stain is medium brown. Mary is holding her baby and all members of the family are smiling. One lamb lies at Joseph's feet. A bit of Jesus's manger lies to the right of Mary. The family is surrounded by beautiful trees. Lotus flowers and scrollwork surround the family. In Chinese culture, lotus flowers are thought of as being like a gentleperson, who keeps themselves clean, healthy, and alive in a dirty environment. Essentially the Chinese lotus flower represents creative power and purity amid adverse surroundings. Another great symbol to associate with the Holy Family!
This item comes from the only Christian woodcarving workshop in China, located in China's Zhejiang province, an area famous for all types of wood carving.
The carving itself measures 9.75 inches high and 8 inches wide. The wood is aromatic camphor wood. The stain is medium brown. Mary is holding her baby and all members of the family are smiling. One lamb lies at Joseph's feet. A bit of Jesus's manger lies to the right of Mary. The family is surrounded by beautiful trees. Lotus flowers and scrollwork surround the family. In Chinese culture, lotus flowers are thought of as being like a gentleperson, who keeps themselves clean, healthy, and alive in a dirty environment. Essentially the Chinese lotus flower represents creative power and purity amid adverse surroundings. Another great symbol to associate with the Holy Family!
This item comes from the only Christian woodcarving workshop in China, located in China's Zhejiang province, an area famous for all types of wood carving.