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Ruyi tattoo and its significance

With the pace of the times, people's concept of design has also changed in the new era. At the same time of new trends and fashions, different designers will find a different charm from traditional culture, and the application and innovation of Chinese traditional patterns in modern design is also the favorite expression of modern designers. The most commonly used expression is undoubtedly "Chinese style-"Ruyi Wen ". As a unique language in China, it has formed a unique style in China and will continue to inherit Ruyi.

The formation and development of Ruyi pattern are influenced by the traditional grass rolling pattern in China. The heart-shaped structure evolved from the grass rolling pattern and has become a morphological representation and beautiful application since the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period. Some people think that the origin of Ruyi pattern is moire, which originated in Yun Leiwen in Shang and Zhou Dynasties. In the Han dynasty, moire gradually matured, and one of them evolved into later moire.

We often see beautiful patterns on porcelain, and know that wishful thinking comes from "claw fighting", which means that you can get satisfaction without asking for help, so it is called "wishful thinking". It is also one of the eight treasures of the Buddha, used to record scriptures, or just for decoration. After the replacement of dynasties, the decorative function of Ruyi became more and more obvious, and its auspicious omen made the "Ruyi Wen" pattern symbolizing good luck emerge as the times require.

Ruyi pattern, also known as "Ruyi Yunwen" and "Ruyi Yuntou pattern", is made according to Ruyi shape, and its modeling is based on Ruyi head and Ganoderma lucidum, forming a unique cloud shape. Ruyi pattern, bottle, halberd, stone, peony, etc. It constitutes auspicious patterns such as "Peace and Happiness", "Good Luck and Happiness" and "Wealth and Happiness" which are widely used in China.

Ruyi pattern has been auspicious since ancient times, its value lies in its roundness and smoothness, and it is full of profound significance in a beautiful form, representing the beautiful meaning of good luck and good luck. Ruyi's symbolism is very suitable for China people's personality characteristics. China people are famous for their reserved and introverted personality. They are not good at directly expressing their personal feelings and hobbies. It is often the ancients who are most willing to express their feelings by borrowing things and expressing their aspirations by supporting things.