What’s the point of hanging calligraphy and paintings at home?
From the Feng Shui perspective of hanging paintings in the living room, you should pay attention to the following issues:
1. Calligraphy: The most common use of calligraphy in Feng Shui is to block "door evil", such as the door facing the bedroom. In Kanyuology, it is said that it is disadvantageous for a room to be facing directly with the door, because the rapid airflow caused by the opening and closing of the door will "rush" directly into the room. In this case, you can hang calligraphy on the door.
2. Fishes playing in water calligraphy and painting: Guangdong custom regards "water" as wealth, and fish have the auspicious meaning of having more than enough year after year, so the picture of Pisces playing in water and the picture of Nine Fishes are most suitable. The "financial position" of the dime is placed 45 degrees opposite the main entrance of the living room, taking its metaphorical meaning of "lucky".
3. Bamboo calligraphy and painting: The meaning is rising, every step is high, easy to hang in the study room, children's bedroom, office, etc.
4. Lotus calligraphy and painting: It is also a lotus, which means harmony and can emerge from the mud without being stained. For those who believe in Buddhism, it also means perfection, kindness, etc. It is easy to hang in the living room, conference room, bedroom of the elderly, etc.
5. The picture of an eagle spreading its wings: The picture of an eagle spreading its wings is usually hung in the study room and living room, which represents the meaning of a long journey, great ambitions, and high aspirations. However, special attention should be paid to the eagle behind the painting. The "mouth" should not be facing the person's head, so it is generally not suitable to hang on sofas or seats.
6. Smooth sailing calligraphy and painting: Also due to the principle of the five elements being in conflict, it is not suitable to be hung in the south. In addition, it must be noted that the waves under the sailboat cannot be directed towards the doors and windows.
7. Landscape paintings: The placement method of landscape calligraphy and painting is more particular. It is generally suitable to be placed on the side of the house (the other side of the door) or on the left hand side of the chair or bed in the living room; calligraphy and painting with flat and round mountains It can also be hung behind the desk as a "backer", which can increase the luck of noble people. Easy to hang behind seats in living rooms, conference rooms, offices, etc.
8. Peony pictures, calligraphy and paintings: The national flower peony has always been loved by everyone because it means wealth and auspiciousness. When displaying peony pictures at home, you can generally choose the north or the south, because peonies are wood, and the north is The "water" land on Kanyu means that wood grows in water and thrives; the south is the "fire" land, and taking wood to make fire is a symbol of prosperity. This layout has promoted the Nine Purple Fortune Stars in Feng Shui in the past two decades; because of the western As "gold", wood should not be overcome by gold, so peony pictures are generally not suitable to be placed in the West. Peonies symbolize wealth, beauty, prosperity, etc., and are suitable for hanging in the living room and bedroom.
It has become a common custom to hang paintings on the walls of living rooms and bedrooms. Hanging a calligraphy and painting work indoors can enhance the artistic atmosphere of your home, broaden your horizons, and increase your sense of beauty. You will feel physically and mentally happy when you look at it every day.