{"product_id":"unique-originals-fire-thunder-shi-he-the-bite-of-authority-and-order","title":"Unique Originals - Fire-Thunder Shi He: The Bite of Authority and Order","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(196, 135, 74);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtwork size: 606*606mm (approx. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e23.86 × 23.86 inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(196, 135, 74);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear: 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(196, 135, 74);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium: Iwa-enogu, Sumi ink, and Gold Leaf on Kumohada-mashi paper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dotspaceartcollection.com\/blogs\/artists\/artist-s-story-liang-jiamin-the-art-of-unfinished-souls\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Artist Information\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(196, 135, 74);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by the 21st hexagram of the I-Ching, \"Shi He\" (Biting Through), this masterful work explores the imposition of discipline, law, and the birth of societal order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe term \"Shi He\" literally translates to the forceful biting together of the jaws. In this visceral composition, a flame-red tiger—the ultimate symbol of kingship and power in Chinese culture—pounces from the darkness to \"bite through\" and subdue a bolt of erratic lightning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA key iconographic detail is the tiger's \"Double Pupils\" (Chong Tong), a historical mark of a legendary ruler or sage, representing extraordinary vision and divine authority. Liang Jiamin posits that for order to prevail over chaos, there must exist a force of immense magnitude. The lightning, representing raw and uncontrollable energy, is here conquered by the tiger’s jaw, signaling the moment where discipline tames volatility to create law.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interplay of Gold Leaf, rich mineral pigments, and deep Sumi ink on traditional Kumohada-mashi paper creates a regal yet intimidating atmosphere. This piece is a profound meditation on the necessity of strength in the pursuit of justice and the enduring power of structured order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DOTSPACE Art Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58132709441884,"sku":null,"price":1844.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/4902\/3324\/files\/DS-LJM-OR-06.png?v=1777935888","url":"https:\/\/dotspaceartcollection.com\/products\/unique-originals-fire-thunder-shi-he-the-bite-of-authority-and-order","provider":"DOTSPACE Art Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}