Chinese man crafts equine figure from 2,600 metres of aluminium to celebrate Year of the Horse
Vibrant coloured piece is example of craftsmanship dating back many centuries; symbolises vitality, strength, honesty
A man in China has used more than 2,600 metres of aluminium thread to weave a horse ornament as a gesture to welcome the Year of the Horse.
The golden figurine is named Mythical Horse Embracing Auspiciousness according to its creator, Yang Guang.
Its front two legs are lifted high, two back legs stand on the ground and its head is turned back. The animal’s saddle and the bridle are vibrant in colour.
Yang, an aluminium artist based in Qingzhou of Shandong province, eastern China, told the media outlet Fengxian Video that he spent half a month creating the piece, which is the largest one he has ever made.
Yang said aluminium thread is expensive, but he did not reveal the price of the horse figurine.
Aluminium art is a folk craftsmanship found in Qingzhou. It has a history dating back to the North Song dynasty (960–1127).
Craftsmen mainly use aluminium threads, along with other materials like iron and copper. They use tools like pliers and scissors.
