{"product_id":"antique-chinese-style-bronze-dragon-turtle-or-tortoise-statue-10-5cm-4","title":"Antique Chinese Style Bronze Dragon Turtle or Tortoise Statue - 10cm\/4\"","description":"\u003ch2\u003eChinese Dragon - Antique Chinese Style Bronze Dragon Turtle or Tortoise Statue - 10cm\/4\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures - (Height) 10cm\/4\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn antique Chinese style bronze Dragon. Turtle or Tortoise. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDragon Turtle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDragon Tortoise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(龙龟,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eLóngguī\u003c\/em\u003e) is a legendary Chinese creature that combines two of the Four Celestial Animals: the dragon and the turtle. Shown here with the body or shell of a turtle and the head or body of a dragon, it merges the dragon’s power and ambition with the turtle’s stability and longevity.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eIn traditional belief and modern Feng Shui, the dragon turtle is considered a highly auspicious symbol, used as a figurine, carved statue, or architectural guardian to attract prosperity, support, and long‑lasting protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"has-inline-images my-2 first:mt-0 [\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])+\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;:has(table)_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;_h1:first-of-type]:mt-8 [\u0026amp;_h2:first-of-type]:mt-6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prose dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] prose-strong:font-bold [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:first-child]:mt-0 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:last-child]:mb-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eClassical descriptions say the dragon turtle unites “two of the four celestial animals” of Chinese cosmology: the Dragon (龙) and the Black Tortoise (玄武) associated with the north and water. This combination gives the Lóngguī a special status among auspicious beasts.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eSeveral myths and ideas surround it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBearer of cosmic patterns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA well‑known legend links a divine turtle or dragon turtle to the sage‑king\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFuxi\u003c\/strong\u003e, who discovered a sacred square diagram on its shell—often associated with the Luoshu magic square—seen as containing cosmic order and inspiring early divination and Feng Shui systems.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuardian in imperial spaces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOver time, dragon turtles appeared in imperial art and architecture as guardians near thrones, entrances, bridges, and altars, representing authority, permanence, and protection.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"Dragon Turtle Feng Shui: Unlocking the Ancient Symbol's Power ...\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" data-pplx-citation=\"\" data-pplx-citation-url=\"https:\/\/mysticaleast.net\/dragon-turtle-feng-shui-guide-for-prosperity\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline-flex max-w-full min-w-0 js-no-transition\" href=\"https:\/\/mysticaleast.net\/dragon-turtle-feng-shui-guide-for-prosperity\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"has-inline-images my-2 first:mt-0 [\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])+\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;:has(table)_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;_h1:first-of-type]:mt-8 [\u0026amp;_h2:first-of-type]:mt-6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prose dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] prose-strong:font-bold [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:first-child]:mt-0 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:last-child]:mb-0\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbol on maps and imagination\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistorical references note that mapmakers sometimes drew dragon turtles among other fantastical creatures in unknown or unexplored regions, marking the boundary between known and mysterious worlds.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"Lóngguī - Creatures of myth Wiki - Fandom\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" data-pplx-citation=\"\" data-pplx-citation-url=\"https:\/\/creatures-of-myth.fandom.com\/wiki\/L%C3%B3nggu%C4%AB\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline-flex max-w-full min-w-0 js-no-transition\" href=\"https:\/\/creatures-of-myth.fandom.com\/wiki\/L%C3%B3nggu%C4%AB\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eIn short, the dragon turtle is not only a bringer of luck but also a carrier of cosmic wisdom and boundary‑keeping power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModern Feng Shui manuals describe the dragon turtle as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecure and enhancer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e used in homes and offices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article__body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"article-paragraph\" data-tag-string=\"paragraph\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"has-inline-images my-2 first:mt-0 [\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])+\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;:has(table)_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;_h1:first-of-type]:mt-8 [\u0026amp;_h2:first-of-type]:mt-6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prose dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] prose-strong:font-bold [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:first-child]:mt-0 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:last-child]:mb-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eFor contemporary practitioners and enthusiasts, owning a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDragon Turtle (龙龟, Lóngguī)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis less about superstition and more about consciously choosing symbols that align with their values: courage in the face of challenges, patience for long projects, and a desire for prosperity that is sustainable rather than fleeting.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003ePlaced thoughtfully and cared for respectfully, a dragon tortoise figurine can become a small but steady reminder each day to balance:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eAmbition with wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eMovement with groundedness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eShort‑term wins with long‑term wellbeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThat blend—dragon and turtle in one body—is precisely what has kept the dragon turtle relevant from ancient Chinese riverside legends to modern desks, doorways, and living rooms around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSATISFACTION GUARANTEE - 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