Sandalwood fan is dated to over 3000 years ago, around the Shang dynasty.The first type of fan known as SHANHAN, was known as tied to a horse-dawn carriage to protect the passengers from strong sunshine and rainfall.At that point of...
If you are bored with your home decor and want to keep up with the latest trends then all you need to do add some fascinated contemporary elements to your home. So, here are a few basic rules that you...
Rolling lucky cat banks became popular after multiple folk stories about these cats from the story about a cat who saved a poor man from a storm to the man who saved a stray cat and in return blessed with...
Wooden wind chimes are found by Chinese civilizations in about 300 B.C. At that time, the Chinese were the first one to appreciate the musical properties of wind chime. Chimes were made of wood, bamboo & bones at that time...
We just love keeping Laughing Buddha statues at our home or offices. They come in different sizes and with a variety of hand gestures and postures. Laughing Buddha is the symbol of Abundance and Happiness. People keep laughing Buddha at...
Kokeshi are Japanese dolls originated in Northern Japan. These dolls are handmade from different types of wood.These dolls have been made for 150 years and originally belong to the Northern “ Honshu “, one of the main island of the...
The flower Lotus or Padma as called in Sanskrit holds sacred values throughout the Asian countries prominently India , China and Japan. In Hinduism , Dieties like “Vishnu” ,“Lakshmi “ , “Saraswati “ , “Kuber” and “Brahma” are represented holding Lotus flower...
The Chinese culture has always loved the idea of bringing longevity and good luck in their lives. For this, they have symbols that characterize the various qualities of creating a good aura of love, happiness and good luck in our...
Chinese coins were the metal currency since the 11th century. These auspicious coins represent the powerful union of the earth and the heaven. The square shape in the center of the round coin represents energy of the Earth while the circle represents the energy or the Chi of...
If you ever were fantasized by the Asian blue-white porcelain and ceramic home accessories and desire for that artistic appearance in your house and kitchen. Here are certain elements of “imagination” and “grace” to light up all that boring architecture...
Have you ever thought of “Why is everything always done in three in Buddhism”?Then Here is the answer.The number 3 refers to the trinity, a symbol of divine protection, help and guidance.It also refers to the three training of discipline,...
If you are someone who loves vintage styling and likes to enhance your house with antique pieces keeping that hint of modern touch. Here are certain tips to re-decor your house without completely changing it. Adding some vintage items to...
