AMAZING SET - Four Great Mythical Beasts Teacup

Four great mythical beasts handmade cups

Size: 9.5cm*4cm 

Cup culture:

The four mythical beasts are the mythical beasts in ancient Chinese legends, namely Qinglong, Baihu, Suzaku, and Xuanwu, which are the products of the combination of ancient mythology and astronomy.

The four mythical beasts were originally the guardian gods of the four directions. They are the star gods who protect the order and harmony of heaven and earth.

The four beasts incorporate the five elements and orientations, and are represented by different colors: cyan in the east is wood, white in the west is gold, red in the south is fire, black in the north is water, and yellow in the center is earth.

Qinglong, the eastern astrology is like a dragon, the color is cyan, and the season is spring.

Baihu, the western astrology is like a tiger, symbolizing might and army, the color represented by the five elements is white, and the season is autumn.

Suzaku, the southern astrology is like a big bird, auspicious animal, the color it represents is red, and the season it represents is summer.

Xuanwu, the northern astrology such as turtles and snakes, symbolizes longevity, the color is yellow, and the season is winter.

Note:

The pattern of cups is similar, they are not exactly ; The color maybe a little deep or light.

Applies more widely - Tea, Ceremory, Matcha, Coffee, Wine, Water ; Classical decoration : Home, Office, Club, Livingroom, Lobby, Kitchen, Mug

Collectable & Valuable - It is a vintage Crafts, More use and more high value.