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In traditional Chinese culture, the dragon is a mythical creature with rich symbolic meanings. Often depicted with the body of a snake, the antlers of a deer, the scales of a fish, and the talons of an eagle, this unique image makes it the embodiment of strength and wisdom.
Qing Daoguang glaze red dragon godson picture pen holderh 12.2 cm
Daoguang Ben DynastySold for RMB 3,105,000China Guardian 2011 Autumn Auction Chinese dragon culture has a long history and is an important part of the traditional culture of the Chinese nation. The dragon holds a very high status in Chinese culture and is regarded as a symbol of auspiciousness, prosperity and dignity. 
Xu Beihong Zodiac Book (1).Ink and color on paper.
Album (12 folio).
33×35.4 cm realized: RMB 8,800,000China Guardian 2004 Autumn Auction In this Chinese New Year of the Dragon, let's take a look at the past and present of the Chinese dragon, and be a "descendant of the dragon" who knows what it is and why it is! 
1. The origin of dragon culture
There are various theories about the origin of dragons.
Ming Yongle glaze red sea water cone arch Canglong godson figure big plum bottleh 41.3 cm realized: RMB 74,750,000China Guardian Autumn Auction 2021 There is an opinion that dragons originated from the totem worship of primitive societies. In ancient times, various tribes had their own totems, such as birds, snakes, fish, etc. With the integration of tribes, each tribe began to combine its own totemic characteristics to form a new totemic image. It is possible that the image of the dragon was gradually formed during this process.
Ssangyong grape mirrorDiameter 110mm; Weighs 507g
Price realised: RMB 3,565,000China Guardian Spring Auction 2001Another view is that dragons originated from the worship of natural phenomena. The ancients observed phenomena such as thunder and lightning, clouds and rain, and mystified them, which gave rise to the worship of dragons.
There are also people who believe that the dragon star in the sky was originally composed of the horns, Kang, Di, Fang, heart, and tail in the 28 constellations, which correspond to the body parts of the Canglong.
Other scholars believe that the image of the dragon comes from animals such as crocodiles, snakes, pigs, and horses.
Second, the development of dragon culture
Dragon culture has gone through a long process of development in Chinese history.
As early as the Neolithic period, the image of a dragon appeared. For example, the jade dragon of Hongshan culture discovered in 1984 is about 5,000 years ago and has the reputation of "China's first dragon".
Qing Yongzheng pastel double dragon holds the longevity picture and folds the waist**
d 54 cm
Yongzheng year of the Qing Dynasty "six-character three-line regular book, Yongzheng Dynasty.
Price realised: RMB 2,300,000
China Guardian Spring Auction 2021.
By the Shang and Zhou dynasties, dragon images began to appear on bronze and jade objects. For example, the famous Sanxingdui site has excavated a bronze dragon.
During the Qin and Han dynasties, the status of the dragon was further elevated and became a symbol of imperial power. The emperor was called the "true dragon son of heaven", and dragon robes and dragon chairs became the emperor's special items.
During the Tang and Song dynasties, dragon culture reached its peak, and the image of the dragon widely appeared in architecture, painting, sculpture and other art forms.
During the Ming and Qing dynasties, dragon culture continued to develop, and the image of the dragon became richer and more diverse. It is not only reflected in the palace buildings and royal utensils, but also has a wide range of applications in folk art and literary works, and the image of the dragon often appears in festivals and costumes.
In the early Qing Dynasty, Huanghuali gathered four clusters of cloud dragon pattern six-pillar shelf bed217 149 227 cm Price realised: HKD 17,400,000 China Guardian (Hong Kong) Autumn Auction 2019
3. The influence of dragon culture
Dragon culture has had a profound impact on Chinese society.
First of all, dragon culture has shaped the spiritual outlook of the Chinese nation. The dragon symbolizes strength, wisdom and courage, and these qualities have become the goal of the Chinese nation. The Chinese still have the reputation of "descendants of the dragon" related to this.
Secondly, dragon culture influenced Chinese literature and art. In poems, dramas, myths and other works, dragons often appear as an important character, adding color to the works. For example, in Chinese mythology and legend, dragons play an important role, and they are believed to be the gods in charge of the waters, able to call the wind and rain, and control the floods, so they are worshipped as water gods.
Qing Qianlong glaze red Kowloon sea chart hugging the moon bottleh 29.2 cm "Qianlong Year of the Great Qing Dynasty" 6-character three-line seal book, Qianlong DynastySold for RMB 8,395,000 China Guardian Spring Auction 2021 Dragon culture has also influenced Chinese folklore activities. On important festivals such as the Spring Festival, dragon dances are held to pray for good weather and abundant harvests in the coming year.
In addition, the dragon is often used in various artworks and architectural decorations along with other mascots such as phoenixes and unicorns, implying good luck and peace for the country.
Qi Gong regular script "Dragon".
Mirror Heart, ink on paper.
69×46 cm
Price realised: RMB 448,000
Guardian Four Seasons 24 Auction.
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