Chinese Arts Crafts / Chinese Gifts / Chinese Folk Art: Chinese Knots

Large Chinese Knots : The image shown on the Chinese knots is called “Men-Shen” (Door God) : Protect your home or business with The Door God. Originally high-ranking generals from the Tang Dynasty, the MEN-SHEN are mean, moody and very well armed. Their magical weapons are highly efficient ?and one glance at their stern military faces keeps all but the most stout-hearted intruders at bay. In the Chinese culture, people love to display “Men-Shen” on the walls of their homes.

Suggested Use : Wall Hanging. Group Hangings can also be very attractive.
Chinese Knot or Chinese traditional decorating Knot is a kind of characteristic folk decorations of handicraft art. Appeared in ancient time, developed in Tang and Song Dynasty (960-1229A.D.)and popularized in Ming and Qing Dynasty (1368-1911A.D.) Chinese Knot has now become a kind of elegant and colorful arts and crafts from its original practical use