Top 10 Chinese Decorations

10) A Chinese Wall Fan

These traditional fans were invented during the Han Dynasty (206 BC – 23). They were originally made of feathers, but have evolved over time to now most often have bamboo rivets. But during their history, they have gone through multiple phases, and various materials have been used: straw, ivory, silk, paper, plastic…

Even today, the Chinese fan has a privileged place in the asian culture. It is used in some Martial Arts, in the practice of Tai Chi, and even in traditional fan dances.

In China, fans have always been exceptional supports for local painters and artists. We therefore find some of very high quality, and decorated with sumptuous Chinese paintings. Some have traditional paintings, representing for example Chinese landscapes, women with their umbrellas, or even Koi carp. Others, more modern, can be decorated with abstract patterns or pop culture characters. You will therefore necessarily find a Chinese wall fan to your taste to decorate your home in the purest way. Chinese tradition !

9) A Lucky Bamboo

You can also brighten up your Chinese decoration with this typical plant of China, bamboo. Having the largest number of bamboos of all the countries in the world, China is well known as the kingdom of bamboo. Bamboo is considered a symbol of traditional Chinese values. It is an example of the harmony between nature and human beings. So much so that in many Asian countries, it is considered a very powerful lucky charm. It is then very common to offer it for the New Year, to wish many happy years to newlyweds, or to celebrate a birth.

The Lucky bamboo is also one of the adornments of the Feng Shui, which recognizes it as a vector of fluidity for good energies. It is then known to attract good health, prosperity, success, and above all, happiness. In addition to being a plant that will give a nice touch of freshness to your interior, the Lucky Bamboo, according to Chinese culture, will bring you luck and happiness!

8) An incense holder

We don't often think about it, but the incense holder is a perfect decoration to embellish your home with small details! According to the Chinese, the smoke emanating from an incense stick serves as a link between Buddha and believers. They are therefore very present in Southeast Asia, and help to soothe the atmosphere of the house while getting rid of bad odors. But in addition to its virtues Zen and relaxing, incense also allows you to decorate your home beautifully, thanks to the incense holder! There are all types: wood, stone, marble... In all shapes: round, board-shaped, bowl-shaped, cup-shaped... And in all styles: modern, sober, elegant, luxurious... You will definitely find one that will be the detail that changes your decoration!

7) A Bonsai

Few people know this, but bonsai trees originate from China, not Japan! In fact, in Chinese, they are called punsai, which evolved into the Japanese term Bonsai. Bonsai are derived from the Chinese art of Penjing (盆景) which means "landscape in a pot". It is said to have appeared in China in the 2nd century, and to have evolved to become popular all over the world, especially in Southeast Asia. Penjing is a more complete art, which does not only highlight a miniature tree, but an entire miniature landscape. It is then common to see water sources, stones appearing to form cliffs, reliefs...

Whether you choose the Penjing landscape, or the miniature Bonsai tree, they constitute a magnificent Chinese decoration to bring a majestic and fascinating green touch to your interior.

6) A Feng Shui Lucky Charm

In the ancestral philosophy of Feng Shui, in addition to positioning furniture and objects in such a way as to smooth the flow of good energy, it is recommended to decorate your interior with Feng Shui lucky charms and grigri. For example, opt for a prosperity frog, called Jin Chan (金蟾) in Chinese, literally "golden toad". This toad surrounded by coins has the power to bring prosperity to whoever equips themselves with it. An endless knot, also called a mystical knot, will help smooth the flow of positive waves. It is generally red, the lucky color in China. According to Chinese culture, it not only keeps evil spirits away, but also brings luck in love. It is generally positioned in the southwest part of a room, to maximize its power. In the same idea, you can also decorate your interior with a superb lucky cat, called Maneki-Neko. There are very classic ones, generally golden, and much more modern ones. They have even become very popular in pop culture, and we can find some very stylish ones!

If you want to optimize your interior to allow good energies to circulate, know that each element counts, from lucky doors When it comes to positioning furniture, every detail is important. For your bedroom, for example, opt for a zen duvet cover from the collection hduvet cover 200x200 from our partner, for your living room, curtains that will filter the light and soothe the atmosphere, and for your bathroom, there are very soothing water fountains!

5) A Chinese Statue

There are a multitude of Chinese statues, so you will definitely find the one that suits your interior! For example, opt for a Buddha statue, which will bring positive energies to your interior, while decorating it in the Chinese tradition. You can also choose a statue of your Chinese zodiac animal, to bring a little of its wisdom and character to your home, in a very personalized way! There are also statues in the image of creatures from Chinese mythology, which will bring a lot of character and cachet to your decoration. For example, choose a Bìxì statue, the turtle dragon, or the majestic imperial dragon. You will find statuettes of all compositions, from jade, to stone, through copper and resin.

4) A Chinese Mask

You can also decorate your home with majestic Chinese masks. Chinese masks opera are certainly the most popular and the prettiest, due to their bright colors which will bring a little of theperforming arts Chinese at your home.

The first Chinese masks were made about 3,500 years ago. At first, they were used in shamanism, for religious healing. Masks later played an important role in Chinese history and had a great influence on Chinese and Asian culture and traditions. Some masks were then made to protect people from evil spirits. Their purpose was to scare evil spirits away from homes.

3) A Chinese Painting or Picture

Since the dawn of time, Chinese artists have been inspired by the beauty of their country, its landscapes, its culture and its mythology to paint magical scenes on all types of media. Typically, Chinese paintings are made on screens of taut silk, that roll up and unroll, without being framed. But you will also find a multitude of framed Chinese paintings, if they suit your interior better. You will necessarily find one that blends wonderfully with your decoration. There are paintings in a very traditional style, with a Chinese print style, others more contemporary, evoking in a more abstract or modern way elements of Chinese culture.

2) Chinese Porcelain

Did you know that porcelain was invented by China? This ceramic very fine is a very elegant and refined way to decorate your home. Historians have estimated that the oldest vase Chinese porcelain that they found dated back to the 13th century. But Chinese porcelain is actually much older, and is believed to have been created during the Eastern Han Dynasty (206 BC – 220 AD). Chinese porcelain is most often decorated with very elegant and fine blue and white patterns.

If you want to decorate your home with this very delicate ceramic, turn for example to the porcelain of Jingdezhen, in the province of Jiangxi. This city has been recognized for centuries as the undisputed capital of Chinese ceramics.

1) A Chinese Lantern

THE chinese lanterns are undoubtedly one of the most recognized symbols of China. They contain a very strong symbolism. They are associated with a powerful power of good luck, which explains why they are hung at the entrance of Chinese homes and shops. The red color with which they are often colored is also a color that has, according to Chinese culture, the power to attract good fortune. But you can also choose more modern lanterns: blue, green, pink, multi-colored, or with various and varied shapes. There are three types of lanterns: flying lanterns, floating lanterns to place on the water, and hanging lanterns, which will be ideal for your decoration