I chose
the dragon and the phoenix to place on either side of the relief.
Dragons in Europe are normally considered evil, Chinese
dragons traditionally symbolize potent and auspicious powers, specifically
control over water, rainfall, hurricanes, and floods. The
dragon is a symbol of power, strength,
prosperity, good fortune, adaptability, transformation, and
is also a symbol for the Emperor. Dragons can be found throughout China however
it is common knowledge that dragons with 2 or 3 claws are reserved for commoners.
Dragons with 4 claws are reserved for nobles, and a dragon with 5 claws is
reserved for the Emperor. Many pictures dragons show a flaming pearl under their chin, the pearl is
associated with wealth, good luck, and prosperity.
The Chinese Phoenix also known as Fenghuang symbolizes
virtue, duty, humanity,
and reliability. When paired with a dragon the phoenix becomes a symbol for the
Empress and also a happy marriage.
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