{"product_id":"three-legged-sun-bird-golden-solar-disc","title":"Three-Legged Sun Bird – Golden Solar Disc Ornament","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree-Legged Sun Bird – Golden Solar Disc Ornament\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn ancient symbol of the sun, radiance and celestial power.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by one of the most fascinating creatures in Chinese mythology, this golden tabletop ornament features the legendary \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree-Legged Sun Bird\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, also known as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSanzuwu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (三足乌), a mythical bird traditionally associated with the sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautifully presented as a circular disc mounted on an elegant pedestal, the ornament combines traditional symbolism with a distinctive sculptural design. Its gold-coloured finish highlights the intricate decorative details, making it an interesting addition to a study, office, library or collection of Asian cultural objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Legend of the Three-Legged Sun Bird\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn ancient Chinese mythology, the Three-Legged Sun Bird is a celestial creature believed to dwell within the sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccording to one well-known legend, ten suns once existed, each represented by a sun bird. They took turns travelling across the sky, bringing daylight to the world. When all ten appeared together, their intense heat threatened the earth, prompting the legendary archer Hou Yi to shoot down nine, leaving one sun to illuminate the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe three-legged bird subsequently became an enduring motif in Chinese art, mythology and traditional visual culture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts association with the sun gives it symbolic connections to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elight, vitality, aspiration and celestial authority\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign and Symbolism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Three-Legged Bird\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne side of the golden disc depicts the mythical bird surrounded by decorative imagery. In Chinese tradition, this celestial creature represents the sun and its radiant presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Solar Disc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse features a circular centre with radiating segments, creating a stylised representation of sunlight. The symmetrical design reflects the longstanding importance of the sun in ancient cosmology.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecorative Circular Inscriptions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth sides feature ornamental inscriptions around the outer rim, adding to the object's traditional appearance and visual character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Golden Pedestal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe circular disc is supported by a slender stand with a decorative base, allowing the ornament to be displayed upright and appreciated from either side.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Decorative Piece with Cultural Meaning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Three-Legged Sun Bird has appeared throughout Chinese history as a symbol of solar power and mythological heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, its imagery continues to be appreciated in decorative arts and cultural collections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis ornament makes a distinctive display piece for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA study, library or executive desk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA bookshelf or display cabinet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA collection of Chinese cultural ornaments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA thoughtful gift for someone interested in mythology, history or traditional Asian art\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Three-Legged Sun Bird and solar disc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Traditional Chinese-inspired decorative ornament\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Freestanding circular disc on pedestal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bird motif on one side and radiating solar motif on the reverse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e To be confirmed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA decorative interpretation of an ancient mythological symbol, celebrating the enduring artistic heritage of the celestial sun bird.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"fsgalleria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20258473967719,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0053\/8352\/0359\/files\/EmbossedGoldenSunBirdMedallionStand.png?v=1793874315","url":"https:\/\/fsgalleria.com\/products\/three-legged-sun-bird-golden-solar-disc","provider":"fsgalleria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}