The implication and symbol of the cloth tiger

Cloth tiger is a traditional handicraft with profound cultural background. It is usually regarded as a mascot, symbolizing health, strength and courage, and symbolizing evil spirits, happiness and peace. In China culture, the tiger is regarded as a powerful creature, which can ward off evil spirits and avoid disasters. Therefore, cloth tigers are often used to protect children from evil and disease. In some cultural customs, the cloth tiger also symbolizes wealth and power. Cloth tigers have various forms, including single-headed, double-headed and four-headed, and each form has a specific meaning, such as a mother tiger symbolizing family harmony and a couple tiger symbolizing love. In addition, the color of the cloth tiger usually adopts the traditional festive colors of China, such as red and yellow in China, which not only adds a festive atmosphere, but also blends with the traditional culture of China. Cloth tigers are not only children's toys, but also indoor decorations, gifts and personal collections. In some areas, people will also make cloth tigers as gifts or decorations on certain festivals such as Dragon Boat Festival to express their yearning and blessing for a better life.