Has anyone heard of the "Black Lacquer and Colorfully Painted Pavilions and Immortals Celebrating Birthday Clock" in the Forbidden City? What does it look like?
It's gorgeous! The black lacquer clock is painted with intricate pavilions and various immortals and the pillars are covered in gilded patterns. What's the meaning behind this scene of "immortals celebrating the birthday of the Star of Longevity"? The "Immortals Celebrating Birthday" depicted on cultural relics symbolizes beautiful wishes for longevity and good fortune. Ancient people hoped to live as long and blessed as the immortals. At the appointed time, the immortals turn, cranes nod and figurines beat gongs and drums! The scene is incredibly lively!
VO: Lam Bo Yuet, Cheng Yeuk Lun (ELCHK Lutheran Secondary School); Camerapeople: Sammi, Yuge; Video editor: Sammi; English editor: Darius; Producer: Tracy
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