Chinese Zodiac Lucky Spring Couplets & Square Scrolls / Guardian Tiger for Peace and Safety / Guardian Tiger of Good Fortune, Traditional Old Style from Yangjiabu, Shandong

Spring Couplets & Square Scrolls Guardian Tiger of Good Fortune Since ancient times, the fierce-looking "tiger" has been revered in folk beliefs as a symbol of warding off evil and suppressing malevolence. Homes might feature tiger imagery, or three-dimensional statues of tiger deities or grandfathers placed within the residence to safeguard the home. Children's clothing and accessories often bear motifs like tiger-head hats, shoes, and bibs. It is believed that these protect children's heads and feet, shielding them from illness. The "王" (king) character on a tiger's forehead symbolizes royalty and high status, carrying auspicious wishes for children to grow into formidable figures, excel in their endeavors, and become leaders among men. { Tiger Imagery } Records dating back to the Shang and Zhou dynasties describe painting tigers on doors and using them as door gods. As the king of beasts, "the tiger is a yang creature, the leader of all beasts, capable of capturing, attacking, and devouring ghosts and spirits." Ancient people believed that tigers could devour malevolent spirits, ward off illness, protect homes, and bring wealth and good fortune. Thus, every household would hang tiger images during the Lunar New Year, placing them on the welcoming wall to guard the home, ward off evil, ensure peace and safety, and bless family members with good health for a prosperous year. (From "Fengsu Tongyi · Shidian") The origin of the tiger door god is very early, even predating Qin Qiong and Yuchi Gong. Furthermore, the custom of displaying tiger imagery also extends to the Dragon Boat Festival. This is because "May is commonly known as the 'evil month.'" At the Dragon Boat Festival, yang energy reaches its peak but also marks the turning point from yang to yin. Traditional customs dictate that during this festival, one must cleanse impurities, dispel miasma, and ward off evil. Therefore, people often drink realgar wine and noon water, hang mugwort and calamus, wear scented sachets, and wash their hands and faces with mugwort water to purify themselves. Homes require tiger ornaments, tiger images, and Zhong Kui portraits, and children are adorned with tiger-themed bellybands to expel evil spirits. A popular rhyme says: Mugwort at the door, tigers on the wall, guard the home, expel evil, and banish the five poisons. Displayed during the Spring Festival and hung during the Dragon Boat Festival. Such a practical tiger image certainly deserves careful selection and exquisite quality. - Design: Guardian Tiger of Good Fortune (Traditional Old Style from Yangjiabu, Shandong) Quantity: 1 piece Size: 15 x 15 cm Paper: Eco-friendly Red Cardstock Weight: 240 g/m2 Thick Cardstock Printing: Letterpress Hot Foil Stamping Color: Matte Rose Gold Back: Blank on the back - Proudly crafted by Studio Mei Hao Yi Ri Printed in Taiwan - Shipping Information After payment, processing and shipping will take 1-2 business days, excluding holidays. If choosing Registered Post, delivery will occur on the 2nd or 3rd day after dispatch. If choosing convenience store pickup, your item will arrive at the designated store 48 hours after shipping. Please monitor SMS notifications from the logistics system.