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Guan Di Statue

1. Introduction of Guan Di Statue Guan Di originates from Guan Yu, a historical figure from the Three Kingdoms period. Renowned for his loyalty, bravery, and trustworthiness, Guan Yu’s image has evolved through historical records, literature, opera, and folk beliefs since his death, ultimately forming the Guan Di cult, which encompasses multiple identities as a martial god, guardian deity, and symbol of wealth. In commercial culture, Guan Gong particularly emphasizes integrity, trustworthiness, and protection, thus he is frequently worshipped by shops, businesses, and guild halls, forming the common image of “Guan Gong, the God of Wealth.” This Guan Di Statue features Guan Gong as its theme, depicting him clad in layered armor, with a long beard reaching his chest. His breastplate, shoulders, and waist are adorned with dragon patterns and scales. His right hand is raised in a clenched fist, while his left hand holds a treasure basin filled with

Guan Yu Bronze Statue

1. Introduction of Guan Yu Bronze Statue Guan Yu (c. 160–220 AD) was a military general in the late Eastern Han Dynasty and one of the few figures in Chinese history to transcend the realms of history, literature, and religion. He initially entered historical records for following Liu Bei and participating in the military struggles of the Three Kingdoms period. Later, in the novel *Romance of the Three Kingdoms*, he was further portrayed as a representative figure of loyalty, bravery, and trustworthiness. As this image spread, Guan Yu gradually transcended his simple historical general status and became revered as Guan Gong, occupying an important place in folk beliefs, temple worship, commercial culture, and martial arts traditions. This Guan Yu Bronze Statue depicts Guan Yu in a classic military general pose. The figure in the guan yu sculpture has a long beard reaching his chest, wears layered armor and a wide

4 Bronze Statue of Eleftherios Venizelos for memorials

Eleftherios Venizelos Sculpture

1. Introduction of Eleftherios Venizelos Sculpture Eleftherios Venizelos (1864–1936) was a highly influential politician in modern Greek history. Born on the island of Crete, he served as Prime Minister of Greece multiple times. In his early years, he participated in the political movement for Cretan autonomy and unification with Greece. After entering national politics, he promoted administrative, judicial, educational, economic, and military reforms. During the Balkan Wars, Greece’s territory and population expanded significantly. Before and after World War I, his disagreements with the monarchy on diplomatic positions led to a long-term political conflict. This bronze Eleftherios Venizelos Sculpture depicts Venizelos standing upright, his feet firmly planted, arms crossed over his chest, a restrained yet resolute posture. The figure wears a formal suit, waistcoat, and bow tie. The structure of the suit lapel, pockets, trouser creases, and shoes is clearly defined. A high forehead, receding hairline, round-framed glasses, and a short,

7 Outdoor Statue of Eleftherios Venizelos three-quarter view

Eleftherios Venizelos Bronze Statue

1. Introduction of Eleftherios Venizelos Bronze Statue Eleftherios Venizelos entered Cretan politics as a lawyer in his early years, and was elected a member of the Cretan Parliament in 1889. During the Cretan uprising of 1897, he participated in revolutionary organizations; after Crete became a self-governing state, he entered the administrative body. In 1905, he led the Selisos Movement against Prince George, the Cretan High Commissioner. In 1908, Crete unilaterally declared unification with Greece; in 1909, the Athenian Military Alliance invited Venizelos to enter the central Greek political arena. In 1910, he served successively as head of the Cretan government and Prime Minister of Greece, transforming from a local politician into a national leader. Crete was finally formally annexed by Greece in 1913. This Eleftherios Venizelos Bronze Statue depicts Venizelos in a full-body standing posture. The figure in this Eleftherios Venizelos Bronze Statue wears a suit, waistcoat, and bow tie,