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Ming Xuande Blue and Red Glaze Porcelain – Zodiac Rat Figurine | 大明宣德青花釉里紅瓷 – 生肖鼠擺件・私藏

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The Chinese Zodiac The Chinese Zodiac is a vital part of Chinese culture, with origins dating back to around 2000 BC. Originally designed as a timekeeping system, it was used to mark years, months, and days. In ancient agricultural society, farmers depended on natural cycles for their work, and the...

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Dress Size Chart (Inch)
DRESSES
SIZE IN INCHES
SIZE US / CAN BUST WAIST HIPS
XS 0 31"-32" 24"-25" 34"-35"
S 2-4 33"-34" 26"-27" 36"-37"
M 6-8 35"-36" 28"-29" 38"-39"
L 10-12 37"-39" 30"-32" 40"-42"
XL 14 40"-42" 33"-35" 43"-45"
Dress Size Chart (cm)
DRESSES
SIZE IN CM
SIZE US / CAN BUST WAIST HIPS
XS 0 78.7-81.2 60.9-63.5 86.3-88.9
S 2-4 83.8-86.3 66-68.5 91.4-93.9
M 6-8 88.9-91.4 71.1-73.6 96.5-99
L 10-12 93.9-99 76.2-81.2 101.6-106.6
XL 14 101.6-106.6 81.2-88.9 109.2-114.3

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Dress Size Chart (Inch)
SWIMWEAR
SIZE IN INCHES
SIZE US / CAN BUST WAIST HIPS
XS 0 31"-32" 24"-25" 33"-34"
S 2 33"-34" 26"-27" 35"-37"
M 4 35"-36" 28"-29" 37"-38"
L 6 37"-39" 30"-32" 39"-41"
XL 8 40"-42" 33"-35" 42"-44"

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5 35-36 3 3.5 21.5 35
5.5 36 3.5 4 22 35.5
6 36-37 4 4.5 22.5 36
6.5 37 4.5 5 23 36.5
7 37-38 5 5.5 23.5 37
7.5 38 5.5 6 24 37.5
8 38-39 6 6.5 24.5 38
8.5 39 6.5 7 25 38.5
9 39-40 7 7.5 25.5 39
9.5 40 7.5 8 26 39.5
10 40-41 8 8.5 26.5 40
11 41-42 9 9.5 27.5 41

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The Chinese Zodiac

The Chinese Zodiac is a vital part of Chinese culture, with origins dating back to around 2000 BC. Originally designed as a timekeeping system, it was used to mark years, months, and days. In ancient agricultural society, farmers depended on natural cycles for their work, and the zodiac provided a structured way to track time.

The 12 Zodiac Animals

The Chinese Zodiac consists of 12 animals, each representing unique personality traits that are believed to influence those born in that year:

  • Rat – Intelligent & resourceful
  • Ox – Hardworking & reliable
  • Tiger – Brave & strong
  • Rabbit – Gentle & cautious
  • Dragon – Charismatic & ambitious
  • Snake – Wise & mysterious
  • Horse – Energetic & free-spirited
  • Goat – Kind & artistic
  • Monkey – Clever & playful
  • Rooster – Confident & observant
  • Dog – Loyal & honest
  • Pig – Generous & easygoing

This cycle repeats every 12 years, with each year assigned to a different zodiac sign. It is also combined with the Five Elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water), creating a more intricate astrological system.

The Legend of the Zodiac Race

A famous legend explains how the zodiac order was decided. The Jade Emperor organized a great race, inviting all the animals to cross a river, with the first 12 to finish earning a place in the zodiac.

The Rat and Cat, both excellent runners, asked the Ox for a ride across the river. However, midway, the Rat betrayed the Cat by pushing it into the water and then leaped ahead to win the race. The final order became:

① Rat
② Ox
③ Tiger
④ Rabbit
⑤ Dragon
⑥ Snake
⑦ Horse
⑧ Goat
⑨ Monkey
⑩ Rooster
⑪ Dog
⑫ Pig

This is why, according to legend, cats have held a grudge against rats ever since.

The Chinese Zodiac remains deeply embedded in Chinese traditions, influencing personality beliefs, fortune-telling, and even matchmaking today.

Zodiac Rat – Symbol of Wisdom & Prosperity

In the Chinese Zodiac, the Rat ranks first and is known as the "Zi Rat," associated with the Water element. It symbolizes intelligence, agility, and adaptability. Despite its small size, the Rat is known for its resourcefulness and survival skills, often linked to wealth and prosperity. In Chinese culture, it also represents diligence and keen insight, reminding us to seize opportunities and navigate challenges wisely.

Product Details:
This exquisite figurine features a slender neck, broad shoulders, and a gently tapered base with a circular foot. The smooth, glossy white glaze has a subtle bluish tint, and the sturdy body adds to its presence. The finely crafted rat head showcases round, alert eyes, a sharp nose, delicate ears, and small yet sharp teeth, exuding intelligence and vigilance.

The belly is adorned with a majestic blue-and-white dragon, its mouth open, tongue extended, and scales meticulously detailed. Surrounding it, red-glazed auspicious clouds enhance the design. At the center, a six-character "Da Ming Xuande Nian Zhi" mark in blue-and-white script adds historical charm.

Product Information

  • Bottle height: 14.37 inches
  • Belly diameter: 6.81 inches
  • Mouse head diameter: 3.46 inches
  • Base diameter: 4.84 inches
  • Weight: 3050 g (6.72 lbs)

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十二生肖的由來與傳說

十二生肖係中國文化中一個好重要嘅組成部分,佢嘅起源可以追溯到公元前2000年左右嘅古代中國。呢個系統唔單止用嚟標記年份,仲涵蓋咗月份同日子,係古人計算時間嘅重要工具。喺古代,十二生肖嘅建立同農業社會密切相關,農民要根據大自然嘅變化安排農耕活動,所以需要一種方便記錄時間嘅方法。十二生肖嘅出現,正好滿足咗呢個需求,變成咗古人生活中唔可或缺嘅一部分。

十二生肖的象徵與性格特徵

十二生肖包括鼠、牛、虎、兔、龍、蛇、馬、羊、猴、雞、狗同豬,每一隻動物都代表住唔同嘅性格特徵,並且被認為會影響出生喺呢一年嘅人。例如,鼠代表聰明機智,牛就係象徵勤奮耐勞,虎代表勇敢同力量。呢啲特徵唔單止影響咗人嘅性格,仲反映咗社會對唔同動物嘅認識同價值觀。十二生肖以每十二年為一個循環,每一年對應住一個生肖,呢個循環系統同五行(木、火、土、金、水)結合。

玉皇大帝揀生肖嘅傳說

關於十二生肖嘅由來,流傳住好多故事,最出名嘅係「玉皇大帝揀生肖」嘅傳說。故事講玉皇大帝決定舉行一場比賽,讓動物根據佢哋嘅速度同聰明程度來決定生肖嘅排名。最先到達終點嘅十二種動物,會依次選為生肖表徵。傳說中,貓同老鼠跑得最快,佢哋向牛求助過河,但途中老鼠心懷不軌,將貓推落水,自己再全速衝刺,最終成為冠軍。接住係牛、虎、兔、龍、蛇、馬、羊、猴、雞、狗、豬。從此之後,落水嘅貓對老鼠懷恨在心,見到老鼠就會追殺佢一番。

十二生肖之“鼠” - 智慧與機敏的象徵

在十二生肖中,鼠位列首位,稱為“子鼠”,五行屬“水”,象徵智慧和機敏。雖然體型小巧,鼠卻以其靈活性和適應力著稱,能在各種環境中生存。鼠的寓意與財富和繁榮密切相關,因為它們在尋找食物時,總能發現隱藏的資源。在中國文化中,鼠同時代表著勤奮與精明,提醒我們要善於抓住機會,靈活應對生活中的挑戰。

精緻工藝與設計

此擺件造型獨特,束頸豐肩,腰部收緊,底部圓足。釉面莹潤,白釉泛青,質感細膩,胎骨厚重,顯示出精湛的手工工藝。

上方的鼠頭設計巧妙,圓潤的眼睛透露出機靈與警覺,尖細的鼻子和小巧的嘴巴,牙齒鋒利,耳朵大而薄,栩栩如生。腹部則以青花繪製龍紋,張口吐舌,龍身上布滿精細的鱗甲,威武矯健,旁邊則用釉裡紅畫上如意雲紋,增添了吉祥的寓意。

擺件正中央刻有青花單行“大明宣德年制”六字,向傳統工藝致敬,彰顯其歷史價值與藝術魅力。

產品資訊

  • 瓶身高度:14.37 吋
  • 腹徑:6.81 吋
  • 鼠頭直徑:3.46 吋
  • 瓶底直徑:4.84 吋
  • 重量:3050 克(6.72 磅)

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