Northern Black Tortoise-Made of brass, meticulously crafted.

Northern Black Tortoise-Made of brass, meticulously crafted.

$348.00
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  1. The four mythical creatures of Chinese Taoism are: the Azure Dragon of the East, the Vermilion Bird of the South, the White Tiger of the West, and the Black Tortoise of the North.
  2. size：15*11cm

  3. Five Elements: Water；Season: Winter；Color: Black；Symbolism: Longevity, wisdom, protection；Form: A combination of a turtle and a snake (the turtle represents longevity, and the snake symbolizes spirituality)

    The Black Tortoise, also known as the Turtle-Snake or Xuanming, is the deity of the North in ancient Chinese mythology. Together with the Azure Dragon, White Tiger, and Vermilion Bird, it is one of the "Four Celestial Symbols" of the sky. Its image is unique — a union of turtle and serpent — and it originates from ancient observations and imaginative interpretations of the northern constellations. Among the Four Symbols, the Black Tortoise possesses the richest symbolic meaning and the most diverse range of functions.