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An exceptional bronze male chimera (bixie) from the Han dynasty is featured in a live auction with an estimated value of 6,000,000–8,000,000 HKD, and viewers have a rare opportunity to view the 3D display of this ancient masterpiece online.

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The undefined website presents an important bronze male chimera, a bixie from the Han dynasty, which is a significant piece of ancient art. This artifact is up for auction at Sothebys with an estimated value between 6,000,000 and 8,000,000 HKD. The website emphasizes the rarity of such a viewing opportunity, as the piece will be displayed in full 3D for a limited time. The chimera, revered in ancient times and used by royalty, symbolizes wealth and protection. The article also delves into the historical significance of the chimera, known as Pi Xiu, and its use in Chinese culture as a guardian spirit and symbol of authority and prosperity. The Soong family's association with a white jade Pi Xiu is mentioned, suggesting a connection between the creature and great wealth luck. The text clarifies that the book cover displayed is unrelated to the ancient masterpiece and provides a disclaimer regarding the use of information presented.

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  • The auction of the bronze chimera by Sothebys is considered a "once in a lifetime" opportunity to view such an ancient masterpiece in 3D.
  • The chimera, or Pi Xiu, is highly regarded for its mythical powers and historical use as a symbol of wealth and protection among Chinese royalties.
  • The creature's image was favored by Emperor Qian Long of the Qing Dynasty and was used on seals and important official items as a sign of authority.
  • The Soong family's ownership of a unique white jade Pi Xiu is rumored to have brought them immense wealth and power.
  • The article suggests that the mystical creature's ability to attract wealth and absorb evil has made it a popular subject for art and decoration in homes.
  • The book "Shi Zhou Ji" by Dong Fang Shuo is referenced as an early record of the chimera's mystical properties.
  • The author, Li Jinn, is acknowledged for his efforts in introducing the concept of Tianlu to tourists and for publishing related material in 2013.
  • A disclaimer note emphasizes that the publication is not intended to provide financial, legal, medical, or accounting advice, and readers are encouraged to use their judgment when interpreting the information provided.

Get 3D Closeup View Of Emblem of Wealth Luck Potential Outstanding Bronze Male Chimera, Bixie, Han Dynasty

An important and outstanding bronze male chimera, bixie, Han dynasty on live auction at Estimate: 6,000,000–8,000,000 HKD

The auction orgainsed by Sothebys for the masterpeice will be on website display here at this link for maybe once in a Lifetime for the next 3 days

the Book cover display here is not related to the ancient masterpiece,as the photo was contributed by Wikimedia common and the graphic were designed by Li Jinn — the author .On wikimedia common, the photo was submitted by a unknown photographer who took the picture at an exhibition in China about 20 years ago ( Note:Disclaimer -the photo taken is by unknown photographer who presented it on wikimedia media and the author has embedded this photo into this book cover since 2014,the book was published in 2014 on kindle-amazon )

W e are not in any way linked to Sothebys , but we find it is one in a lifetime opportunity for many to view the ancient masterpiece in full 3 D display with such wonderful close view

In ancient times, Emperor Wu of Han dynasty bestowed Pixiu as 「Treasure of Emperor] . Pixiu was allowed to be used only among the royal families, but forbidden for ordinary officials and folks. They were put to serve as guardian spirits for royalties and will found at royal buildings and cemeteries during the Han dynasty since the death of Qin Shi Huang Di in 210 B.C

During the Qing Dynasty , it was the most favoured celestial creature carved to Emperor Qian Long ‘s delight and the Emperor would have every favourite piece of jades or important seal carved with the image of the Pi Xiu as an authoritarian symbols for his high ranked officials

Until the Qing Dynasty ,the royalties are the only group of people blessed with such entitlement to use them and all for some special reasons and this secret practice has been passed down over generations since thousand of years and was a very much kept secret traditional practice until the implementation of “China Open Door Economy Policy ” in early fifties.

But why has this mythical creature been selected for such majestic role .

What are its mythical powers .

Why was Pi Xiu ‘s Images and painting been used for royalties seal and on army flags representing past grand majestic armies of early historical China dynasties. What are its Mighty Power !

During the early fifties in China ,It was rumoured that the Soong family has also a White Jade Pi Xiu , which was a unique piece formerly owned by a Qin Dynasty emperor that has brought on immerse wealth luck to this family that their three daughters were all married to three of the most Powerful men in China .

Pi Xiu can be traced back to early Han period as probably in the beginning of Han dynasty, a book titled “Shi Zhou Ji” written by author Dong Fang Shuo was said to be recording all kinds of rare treasures and unknown creatures with mystical tales of strange creatures during the reign of Emperor Wu of Han dynasty (140~87 B.C). The book was recorded during Han dynasty with subject written about「Bixie- Pi Xiu 」- with its content mentioning 「Bixie」, eliminates evils”.

The descriptions of Pi xiu have varied throughout the ages possibly because people have intermixed both Pi Xiu and Bixie together but the origin of Pi Xiu’s (Tian Lu) status as a symbol of the acquisition and preservation of wealth has much been appreciated until today

The belief in this mystical creature started as early as the Western Han Dynasty. While it is known now to have only one horn, ancient Bi Xie are found to have two horns sometimes. It is said to devour gold and silver , hence it is a wonderful wealth attracting mystic to have at home. It is also believed the creature can absorb evil and protect its owner .

The book was printed in paperback for China’ s tourist market back in 2013 ,when Li was based in China for 6 years doing event organization and took effort to introduce Tianlu for Tourist information .

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