Chinese House Charm: "Long"
Collection: Everyday Connections
Object Category: Charms and Talismans
Object Type: House Charms
Country: China
Continent: Asia
Geographic Region: Eastern Asia
width: 9 in;
height: 9.5 in;
depth: 1 in
This house charm has an image of a dragon, "long" in Chinese. The dragon symbolizes benevolence, prosperity, longevity and the renewal of life. The ancient Chinese believed the dragon brought rain, good harvests and fertility.
Today, in China, many people hang brightly colored hangers that represent powerful symbols of success, safety, and prosperity throughout their homes. These hangers are adorned with various designs and materials that are wrapped with red thread. Many believe that a coin or symbol interwoven with red fabric will lead to prosperity.
Source:
http://www.asianideas.com/chhach.html
http://primaltrek.com/impliedmeaning.html