Move over, clay dragons 🐉 – there’s a new star in town! Dough sculpture artist Xie Yunxian just unveiled a jaw-dropping 2-meter-tall loong-shaped masterpiece in Shanxi Province, crafted over two painstaking weeks to welcome the 2024 Year of the Loong.
Made from vibrant clay and glutinous rice flour, Xie’s creation bursts with auspicious symbols tied to the dragon zodiac – a beloved tradition in Chinese culture. 🌟 “Every curve tells a story of blessings,” says the dough art inheritor, whose work transforms everyday materials into edible folklore.
Dough sculptures, known locally as miansu, are the OG of Chinese folk art – think 3D emojis from ancient times! 🎨 From zodiac animals to cultural icons, these colorful creations have sweetened festivals for generations. With Lunar New Year approaching, Xie’s loong is the ultimate fusion of heritage and hype.
