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A House Full of Gold and Jade
The Palace Museum currently houses over 1.8 million artifacts, spanning categories such as paintings and calligraphy, bronzes, gold and silver wares, lacquerware, ceramics, and more—rightfully earning its title as a treasure trove of art.
These artifacts are crafted from precious materials and exhibit exceptional craftsmanship, representing the pinnacle of ancient Chinese artistry.
They encapsulate the essence of thousands of years of Chinese civilization, serving as invaluable cultural and historical heritage.
Though they have traversed the vast river of time, these treasures still shine with brilliance, continuing to tell the story of China’s enduring and magnificent civilization.
Jade Cabbage
The word for “cabbage” (白菜) is a homophone for “hundred fortunes” (百财), making it a beloved symbol of good luck and prosperity in traditional Chinese culture.
As an old saying goes:
“Of all vegetables, none is better than cabbage.”
This reflects not only its practical value but also its deep-rooted auspicious meaning.
Big Jade Dragon
The large C-shaped jade dragon from the Hongshan Culture, housed in the Palace Museum, is carved from a single piece of yellow-green jade.
Its powerful, sinuous body and elegant, flowing curves reflect one of the earliest artistic representations of the Chinese dragon, embodying strength, grace, and spiritual significance in ancient culture.
Golden Luduan
Lu Duan is a mythical creature from ancient Chinese legend, said to be capable of traveling ten thousand li by day and eight thousand by night, and fluent in the languages of all regions.
Known for its compassion for living beings and aversion to killing, it symbolizes wisdom and virtue.
A pair of Lu Duan figures was often placed before the imperial throne to represent the presence of an enlightened and benevolent ruler.
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