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The Mythological Qilin

The Mythological Qilin

In China these mythological creatures are known as a "unicorn", but is actually the "Qilin" , with the head of the lion, the antlers of a de...
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In China these mythological creatures are known as a "unicorn", but is actually the "Qilin" , with the head of the lion, the antlers of a deer, eyes of a tiger, tail of an ox,, and the hooves of a horse. In ancient China, the appearance of a Qilin meant peace forever. This lantern is composed of tiny bottles of colored water. These Chinese lanterns were made in China, taken apart, brought over by boat and reassembled here for display, and are absolutely gorgeous.
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NIKON D300S

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Aperture 220/10 ISO 100 Shutter 100/10 Focal Length 160/10

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Oct, 2016

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