This picture showcases a group of stone carvings themed around traditional zodiac culture, featuring exquisite craftsmanship, realistic details and a strong sense of craftsmanship.
The main subjects of the picture are two zodiac statues carved with warm-toned stone (presumed to be of the sunset red type). The one on the left is the “Noon Horse”, and the one on the right is the “Goat”.
The zodiac images are depicted vividly and lifelike: the horse’s mane is flying, its front hooves are leaping, and its muscle lines are full, fully demonstrating its vigor and agility. The sheep’s horns are naturally curled, its expression is high and its body posture is full of tension.
The carving details are extremely meticulous: Both are placed on a “treasure basin” shaped base filled with copper coins and ingots. The patterns of the copper coins and the Outlines of the ingots are clearly distinguishable. The base is also engraved with the characters “Wu Ma” and “Wei Yang” as well as traditional mean-patterned decorations, all demonstrating the artisans’ ultimate pursuit of details.
In the background, other stone carvings can also be seen, such as the white marble qilin on the left, the stone lion in the distance and the relief wall. These elements together form a scene of stone carving craftsmanship. From the meticulousness of these works, it can be seen that the artisans, adhering to the spirit of craftsmanship, have been striving for excellence in stone selection, shape design, and carving techniques. They have deeply integrated the charm of the zodiac signs, the implications of auspicious culture, and the beauty of stone carving techniques. Every line and every texture is infused with the warmth of handcrafted creation, endowing the static stones with vivid artistic vitality. It also demonstrates the inheritance and vitality of traditional stone carving techniques in contemporary times.
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