W240xL380mm, China
This door hanger paper cutout is called Diao Qian Er, a blessing for household for the new year. They would be place on the lintel on “Spring Arrival” day ( last Monday, the 4th of Feb) and be taken down on, 24th Feb, the night of Yuan Xiao. It is believed that if if is not taken down on Yuan Xiao, the sleepy worm would stay with the household for the year. In rural China, the farmers who have no Sunday or Public Holiday, Chinese New Year is the only time they would allow themselves to take a break from work and rest. Taking off the Dio Qian Er would signify the end of the New Year celebration.
On this paper cutout; there is the word “合家歡樂”, happiness for the whole family, on a backdrop of 卍 Man Ji Wan which is a symbol for essence of goodness. Below are symbols of coins, symbolizing wealth.
Mountain Folkcraft 