Symbolic significance of cranes

Crane symbolizes longevity and long-term prosperity. It is the noblest bird among birds and represents longevity, wealth and health. The legendary crane is a divine bird. According to the ancient and modern notes of sparrows and leopards, "a crane turns white at one thousand years old and black at two thousand years old, which is called Xuanhe". It can be seen how long the ancients thought cranes lived. Therefore, cranes are often regarded as the representative of longevity among birds.

Crane: In ancient times, it was said that cranes were immortal birds, and immortals drove cranes to heaven. There is also the saying that cranes live for thousands of years. It means prolonging life. The crane is called a bird, which shows that it is the product of the dynasty or the product of promotion. It is a symbol of good luck and longevity among birds. Therefore, in the imperial era, cranes were used as a kind of bird in various decorations, which had quite a grade.

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The pigment of crane feathers is pure, elegant and elegant, and the singing is extraordinary and refined. In The Book of Songs, there is a wonderful description of "He Ming is at the height of nine, and his voice is heard in the wild". Known as the "crane" in ancient myths and folklore in China, it has become a symbol of elegance and longevity, and is often praised by writers and artists as a theme in poetry and Chinese painting. Since the life span of the red-crowned crane can reach 50-60 years, people have painted it with pine trees since ancient times, and called it "Songhe Map" as a symbol of longevity.

Crane deer rejuvenation: crane deer and pine trees. The ancients called deer a "god beast", and in fairy tales, there was a birthday boy riding a sika deer; Deer and land are homophonic, and cranes are homophonic, which is deliberately called "Liuhe" and "Chuntong" (Liuhe refers to heaven and earth, east and west, north and south), and it is also said that it is rich and longevity. More common in Yuping and Yupai.