1. Dragon is a mysterious creature in China traditional culture, which has a strong mythical color. In ancient times, it was generally believed that the dragon was a god beast to control rain, which could bring good harvest and well-being. Therefore, the word dragon is widely used in Chinese and has been endowed with many beautiful meanings and symbolic meanings.
2. As far as calligraphy art is concerned, the dragon character is also one of the most varied and expressive fonts. Different calligraphers will express the charm and momentum of the dragon through different brushwork and composition. For example, some calligraphers will write the dragon characters vigorously, while others will pay attention to the smooth and beautiful brushwork, which will make the fonts look more beautiful.
3. During the evolution of Chinese characters, the dragon characters have undergone many changes and simplification. In the history of China, there have been many different forms of dragon characters, but with the passage of time, their basic shapes have been gradually fixed and widely accepted and used.
Characteristics of dragons
1, Mystery: The dragon is a mysterious existence in legend, and is often described as a powerful creature, which can manipulate the weather and cause natural phenomena such as thunder and lightning storms. This mystery fills people's hearts with awe and respect. Impermanence: The dragon has great wisdom and magical power, and can change into various forms, including people, birds and beasts, mountains and rivers, etc.
2. Power and authority: In legend, dragons are usually endowed with great power and authority and can rule the ocean and the sky. This symbol of power and authority makes the dragon a sacred existence in people's hearts, and also reflects the ancient people's yearning for power and rule.
3. Good luck: In traditional culture, the dragon is often regarded as a symbol of good luck, which can bring good harvest, well-being and good luck. This auspicious implication makes dragons widely used in various occasions, such as sacrifice, celebration, marriage and so on. Cultural symbol: As an important symbol of China traditional culture, the dragon has penetrated into all levels of China society.