Nianhua (年畫) CNY paintings

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(榴開百年)

For many centuries the Chinese people have decorated their homes during the Chinese New Year (CNY) with brightly-coloured pictures printed on paper by woodblock painting.  I have published 2 pages on nianhua about religious pictures and symbols of good luck.  Please have a look.  May I wish you a happy and prosperous Year of the Sheep!

Five Kinds of Happiness Fly Out of a Vase (瓶出五福)
Five Kinds of Happiness Fly Out of a Vase (瓶出五福)

 

子孫萬代
Sons and Grandsons – Ten Thousand Generations (子孫萬代)

 

Year of the Sheep / Goat 羊年

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Two goats bringing blessing
Two goats bringing blessing

 

Because of non-aggressive and docile nature, sheep and goats were the first animals that humans domesticated.

Characteristics of people born in the Year of the Sheep/Goat are usually kind, gentle and sociable. They have a special fondness for quiet living. They are wise, compassionate and highly caring for others.

For more information, please visit the page on the Year of the Sheep/Goat.