This is a portrait of a historical chinese warrior called Guan Yu, living from 220 to 280 and who is called in history and literature General of the Three Kingdoms. He is always portraited with a bright red face, long black beard and a guan dao (pole sword) in his hand. Guan Yu is as famous and powerful today as he was in the past; therefore it is fitting that practitioners of traditional Chinese martial arts extend their respect to this acknowledged protector of righteousness. , of the training hall, of the theater, the home and small family business.
Loyalty is the most outstanding feature of this sign. Those born in the year of the Dog are loved, honest, direct and above all loyal people. They are particularly adept at analyzing problems. They tend to be sensible and assertive in critical moments, although they are sometimes prone to fits of fury that are easily forgotten. Under this sign are those born between following dates (dd/mm/yy): 14/2/1934-3/2/1935, 2/2/1946-21/1/1947, 18/1/1958-7/2/1959, 6/2/1970-26/1/1971, 25/1/1982-12/2/1983, 10/2/1994-30/1/1995, 29/1/2006-17/2/2007
The Goat is the most tender of all the animals in the Chinese Zodiac. The sweet and refined looks of all those born in the year of the Goat transmit cordiality and harmony. These people are always affectionate, natural and idealistic. They are animal and plant lovers. What they really aspire to is a quiet life in a comfortable and cozy home. Under this sign are those born between following dates (dd/mm/yy): 17/2/1931-5/2/1932, 5/2/1943-24/1/1944, 24/1/1955-11/2/1956, 9/2/1967-29/1/1968, 28/1/1979-15/2/1980, 15/1/1991-3/2/1992, 1/2/2003-21/1/2004
Those born under this sign take on the vitality of the Horse. It is dynamic, open, expressive and elegant by nature. It also has an intrepid and uninhibited spirit leading it into adventures regardless of the risks. The Horse is sociable, extrovert and prefers activity to meditation. Under this sign are those born between following dates (dd/mm/yy): 30/1/1930-16/2/1931, 15/2/1942-4/2/1943, 3/2/1954-23/1/1955, 21/1/1966-8/2/1967, 7/2/1978-27/1/1979, 27/1/1990-14/2/1991, 12/2/2002-31/1/2003
This animal closes the twelfth year cycle of the Chinese zodiac. Those born in the year of the Boar are patient and good-natured. They possess an inner life full of goodness and tenderness. They are respectful and considerate. The philosophy of life of the Boar is based upon tolerance, they are convinced that understanding is at the root of perfection and peaceful coexistence. Under this sign are those born between following dates (dd/mm/yy): 4/2/1935-23/1/1936, 22/1/1947-9/2/1948, 8/2/1959-27/1/1960, 27/1/1971-14/2/1972, 13/2/1983-1/2/1984, 31/1/1995-18/2/1996, 18/2/2007-6/2/2008
This piece and ref. 01012513 represent a head of Budda in the so called grecobudistic style from the Ghandara area. Buddha I is the most femenine, with narrow lips and a wider bun on her hair.
This piece and ref. 01012512 represent a head of Budda in the so called grecobudistic style from the Ghandara area. Buddha II is the most masculine, with thicker lips and the curly hair
A mythical and legendary creature, exotic and fantastic, the Dragon is considered a sign of good luck and an emblem of power. The personality of the Dragon is vigorous, energetic, vital and dynamic. It is hardworking and efficient. The Dragon is fond of discipline and rigor, and is as demanding with others as it is with itself. Under this sign are those born between following dates (dd/mm/yy): 23/1/1928-9/2/1929, 8/2/1940-26/1/1941, 27/1/1952-13/2/1953, 13/2/1964-1/2/1965, 31/1/1976-17/2/1977, 17/2/1988-5/2/1989, 5/2/2000-23/1/2001
On 3rd March, Japan celebrates Hina Matsuri, the Doll Festival. Girls receive Hina Dolls as birth presents, which are then used to form a Hina ningyo, a composition to be arranged on a kind of altar or against a backdrop to ensure a happy life for girls. The clothing is inspired those used in the Imperial court during the Heian period (794-1185) and is characterized by the up to 7 layers worn by the empress. In former times, faces were made up with extremely pale colors and eyebrows were plucked, and instead two grey shadows were painted on the forehead.
Every year on 3rd March, Japan celebrates Hina Matsuri, the Doll Festival. Girls receive Hina Dolls as birth presents, which are then used to form a Hina ningyo, a composition to be arranged on a kind of altar or against a backdrop to ensure a happy life for girls. The Emperor holds a scepter in his right hand, as a symbol of his power. The clothing is inspired by the traditional clothes used in the Imperial court during the Heian period (794-1185) and is characterized by the many layers worn.
The story of Lladró is the story of the family. The Lladró brothers represented their own parents in some of their early pieces, and this was the seed that would grow in later years into one of the most fertile sources of inspiration in the Lladró universe. Everyday scenes recreated in Lladró figurines reveal a complex world of stories full of emotions and feelings
The story of Lladró is the story of the family. The Lladró brothers represented their own parents in some of their early pieces, and this was the seed that would grow in later years into one of the most fertile sources of inspiration in the Lladró universe. Everyday scenes recreated in Lladró figurines reveal a complex world of stories full of emotions and feelings
Kwan Yin is the most loved deity in chinese culture. She is all love and embodies grace and beauty. Being mercy her particular attribute, it makes her under reach to everyone. She understands the nature of fear and anguish and conforts those suffering with compassion. Performed in white glazed porcelain, on the style of the monochrome statues from most original oriental art, which are found in jade, blue stone, carved wood or even ivory. Dark wood base in oriental inspiration, hexagon shaped and supported on six points.
Kwan Yin is presented as a beautiful image transmitting serenity and goodness. She is a symbol of mercy. On her left hand she carries healing water symbolizing the nectar of compassion and wisdom. Her right hand is performing a "mudra", spiritual sign performed with the hand fingers intended to open or close certain energy sources and be able to perform meditation or relaxation
The story of Lladró is the story of the family. The Lladró brothers represented their own parents in some of their early pieces, and this was the seed that would grow in later years into one of the most fertile sources of inspiration in the Lladró universe. Everyday scenes recreated in Lladró figurines reveal a complex world of stories full of emotions and feelings
The story of Lladró is the story of the family. The Lladró brothers represented their own parents in some of their early pieces, and this was the seed that would grow in later years into one of the most fertile sources of inspiration in the Lladró universe. Everyday scenes recreated in Lladró figurines reveal a complex world of stories full of emotions and feelings
Bright, imaginative and skilful, monkeys are quick and adaptable to circumstances. Using their intelligence and sense of humor, they are constantly engaged in a search for new experiences and challenges to stimulate their senses. Their ability allows them to be many things at the same time. They do not surrender to difficulties. The Monkey resists pressure and fights tenaciously. Under this sign are those born between following dates (dd/mm/yy): 6/2/1932-25/1/1933, 25/1/1944-12/2/1945, 12/2/1956-30/1/1957, 30/1/1968-16/2/1969, 16/2/1980-4/2/1981, 4/2/1992-22/1/1993, 22/1/2004-8/2/2005
The story of Lladró is the story of the family. The Lladró brothers represented their own parents in some of their early pieces, and this was the seed that would grow in later years into one of the most fertile sources of inspiration in the Lladró universe. Everyday scenes recreated in Lladró figurines reveal a complex world of stories full of emotions and feelings
The Ox symbolizes work, effort, tenacity, sturdiness, docility and sacrifice. People born under its influence are endowed with a balanced nature, remarkable resilience and a strong personality. Although a bit of a loner he is very close to his family and home. Order is another quality of the Ox. Under this sign are those born between following dates (dd/mm/yy): 11/2/1937-30/1/1938, 29/1/1949-16/2/1950, 15/2/1961-4/2/1962, 3/2/1973-22/1/1974, 20/2/1985-8/2/1986, 7/2/1997-27/1/1998, 26/1/2009-13/2/2010
It is a symbol of peace, wellbeing and luck. Those born under its influence have intelligence, kindness, discretion, prudence and a love for detail. They take care of their appearance and manners, but they are also playful and fond of surprises and jokes. Good negotiators, their observation skills help them to take the right decisions at the right moment. Under this sign are those born between following dates (dd/mm/yy): 2/2/1927-22/1/1928, 19/2/1939-7/2/1940, 6/2/1951-26/1/1952, 25/1/1936-12/2/1964, 11/2/1975-30/1/1976, 29/1/1987-16/2/1988, 16/2/1999-4/2/2000
The legend goes that Buddha asked the Rat to invite all the animals to a banquet. Twelve of them turned up and, to reward them, Buddha named the years after them giving the Rat pride of place as the first in the cycle. People born under this sign are intelligent, observant and imaginative, with excellent self-control. The Rat is closely tied to the family and home. Under this sign are those born between following dates (dd/mm/yy): 24/1/1936-10/2/1937, 10/2/1948-28/1/1949, 28/1/1960-14/2/1961, 15/2/1972-2/2/1973, 2/2/1984-19/2/1985, 19/2/1996-6/2/1997, 7/2/2008-25/1/2009
Those born under its sign are lively and extrovert. The Rooster is individualist, strong, resilient with a clear idea of what it wants. Its inner life is quiet but it is emotional, proud and a fighter. It cultivates friendship as one of the mainstays in life. It is friendly and attentive with its friends, demanding total sincerity from them. Under this sign are those born between following dates (dd/mm/yy): 26/1/1933-13/2/1934, 23/2/1945-1/2/1946, 31/1/1957-17/2/1958, 17/2/1969-5/2/1970, 5/2/1981-24/1/1982, 23/1/1993-9/2/1994, 9/2/2005-28/1/2006
The story of Lladró is the story of the family. The Lladró brothers represented their own parents in some of their early pieces, and this was the seed that would grow in later years into one of the most fertile sources of inspiration in the Lladró universe. Everyday scenes recreated in Lladró figurines reveal a complex world of stories full of emotions and feelings
The story of Lladró is the story of the family. The Lladró brothers represented their own parents in some of their early pieces, and this was the seed that would grow in later years into one of the most fertile sources of inspiration in the Lladró universe. Everyday scenes recreated in Lladró figurines reveal a complex world of stories full of emotions and feelings
The story of Lladró is the story of the family. The Lladró brothers represented their own parents in some of their early pieces, and this was the seed that would grow in later years into one of the most fertile sources of inspiration in the Lladró universe. Everyday scenes recreated in Lladró figurines reveal a complex world of stories full of emotions and feelings
Wise men in ancient Chinese said that the appearance of a snake in the house meant that a family would never want for food. They are very sociable and have a highly positive concept of friendship that they cultivate throughout their whole lives. Under the influence of the Snake, intellectual powers flow naturally, and meditation, creativity and originality are made easier. Under this sign are those born between following dates (dd/mm/yy): 10/2/1929-29/1/1930, 27/1/1941-14/2/1942, 14/2/1953-2/2/1954, 2/2/1965-20/1/1966, 18/2/1977-6/2/1978, 6/2/1989-26/1/1990, 24/1/2001-11/2/2002
The story of Lladró is the story of the family. The Lladró brothers represented their own parents in some of their early pieces, and this was the seed that would grow in later years into one of the most fertile sources of inspiration in the Lladró universe. Everyday scenes recreated in Lladró figurines reveal a complex world of stories full of emotions and feelings
The story of Lladró is the story of the family. The Lladró brothers represented their own parents in some of their early pieces, and this was the seed that would grow in later years into one of the most fertile sources of inspiration in the Lladró universe. Everyday scenes recreated in Lladró figurines reveal a complex world of stories full of emotions and feelings
The story of Lladró is the story of the family. The Lladró brothers represented their own parents in some of their early pieces, and this was the seed that would grow in later years into one of the most fertile sources of inspiration in the Lladró universe. Everyday scenes recreated in Lladró figurines reveal a complex world of stories full of emotions and feelings
The story of Lladró is the story of the family. The Lladró brothers represented their own parents in some of their early pieces, and this was the seed that would grow in later years into one of the most fertile sources of inspiration in the Lladró universe. Everyday scenes recreated in Lladró figurines reveal a complex world of stories full of emotions and feelings
LLadro Chinese Zodiac Collection. The Boar is the sign of the Chinese Zodiac for 2007. People born in the Year of the Boar like simple beings. They are kind and do not aspire to luxury. They are noble, sincere and honest. The Boar is docile, gentle and kindhearted with friends. Boars only react with rage when they feel attacked. However, theirs is not a lasting reaction and they never bear grudges. Boars are practical, realistic, and never ambitious or greedy.
A mythical and legendary creature, exotic and fantastic, the Dragon is considered a sign of good luck and an emblem of power. The personality of the Dragon is vigorous, energetic, vital and dynamic. It is hardworking and efficient. The Dragon is fond of discipline and rigor, and is as demanding with others as it is with itself. Under this sign are those born between following dates (dd/mm/yy): 23/1/1928-9/2/1929, 8/2/1940-26/1/1941, 27/1/1952-13/2/1953, 13/2/1964-1/2/1965, 31/1/1976-17/2/1977, 17/2/1988-5/2/1989, 5/2/2000-23/1/2001
The Goat is the most tender of all the animals in the Chinese Zodiac. The sweet and refined looks of all those born in the year of the Goat transmit cordiality and harmony. These people are always affectionate, natural and idealistic. They are animal and plant lovers. What they really aspire to is a quiet life in a comfortable and cozy home. Under this sign are those born between following dates (dd/mm/yy): 17/2/1931-5/2/1932, 5/2/1943-24/1/1944, 24/1/1955-11/2/1956, 9/2/1967-29/1/1968, 28/1/1979-15/2/1980, 15/1/1991-3/2/1992, 1/2/2003-21/1/2004
Those born under this sign take on the vitality of the Horse. It is dynamic, open, expressive and elegant by nature. It also has an intrepid and uninhibited spirit leading it into adventures regardless of the risks. The Horse is sociable, extrovert and prefers activity to meditation. Under this sign are those born between following dates (dd/mm/yy): 30/1/1930-16/2/1931, 15/2/1942-4/2/1943, 3/2/1954-23/1/1955, 21/1/1966-8/2/1967, 7/2/1978-27/1/1979, 27/1/1990-14/2/1991, 12/2/2002-31/1/2003
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