The meaning of folk paper cutting

The significance of different paper cuts is not the same, probably can be divided into seven categories of significance, respectively, is lucky, blessing, fear of evil, evil, exhortation, warning, fun, such as peony paper cuts on behalf of the rich, gourd on behalf of the blessing of fortune, carp and lotus on behalf of the year and so on.

Animals in paper-cutting is a relatively common image, different animals symbolize different meanings, the phoenix represents a happy life, the peacock symbolizes the beauty and love. The crane symbolizes longevity, and the lion symbolizes power and strength. The magpie is a symbol of celebration, and the butterfly represents deep love and longevity.