Zodiac Dragon Lucky Postcard / Dragon Playing With A Pearl / Letterpress Print Red Base with Gold Foil

Dragon Playing With A Pearl Postcard Since ancient times, the dragon has been regarded as an auspicious beast, a clan totem worshipped by ancient peoples. It gradually began to be used as an imperial image during the Yuan Dynasty, and all officials and commoners were strictly forbidden from using dragon motifs. For instance, on vessels, patterns, and clothing, dragon and phoenix motifs were entirely prohibited. A five-clawed dragon was designated as an imperial pattern. By the Ming Dynasty, clear hierarchical rules were established for crowns and robes, stating that black, yellow, and purple, along with dragon and phoenix patterns, were not to be used on clothing and curtains. Fortunately, we live in contemporary times, and collecting or displaying an elegant and majestic dragon postcard will not lead to imprisonment. - - - According to China's first dictionary, the character for dragon (龍) means: "The chief of scaled creatures. It can be hidden, it can be bright, it can be small, it can be large, it can be short, it can be long. It ascends to heaven at the spring equinox and dives into the abyss at the autumn equinox." -- Xu Shen of the Eastern Han Dynasty, Shuowen Jiezi (100 AD) Dragons, capable of soaring through the skies and diving into the deepest abysses, with their ever-changing forms, have been considered auspicious creatures since antiquity. Ancient depictions of dragons often portray them in various poses, such as coiled, soaring, walking, or looking back. The surroundings of soaring dragons are often adorned with various auspicious patterns, enhancing the dynamism and auspiciousness of the dragon's image. Examples include auspicious cloud patterns, Ruyi cloud patterns, sea wave patterns, sea wave and cliff patterns (composed of sea waves and mountain cliffs, symbolizing peace throughout the four seas and stability of the realm), and fire pearl patterns (a treasure pearl paired with flames, forming the image of a dragon playing with a pearl). In this depiction, "Dragon Playing With A Pearl," the dragon's head features flowing hair between its double horns (giving the impression the dragon is soaring through the sky). It has flame-shaped eyebrows, a large nose with whiskers, a stout and winding body, and scales that are spaced harmoniously with the twists and turns. Its five claws are as strong and powerful as an eagle's. Its expression is majestic and supreme, with its mouth open and teeth bared, as it chases a flaming treasure pearl. - - - Material: Italian Imported Country Paper 200g Process: Letterpress printing in one color + Foil Stamping Size: 98 x 149 mm Features: The paper is quick-drying and highly absorbent, suitable for fountain pens. Printed in Taiwan About Shipping After payment, it takes 1-2 business days for us to prepare and ship your order, excluding holidays. If you choose registered mail with the post office, delivery will occur on the 2nd or 3rd day after dispatch. If you choose convenience store pickup, your order will arrive at the designated store 48 hours after shipping. Please pay attention to the SMS notifications from the logistics system.