Fu Lu Lin Men: Eastern Artistry Cast in Brass

With its rounded, harmonious double-gourd silhouette, the gourd has long been associated with fu and lu—blessings and prosperity—in Chinese culture. The Fu Lu Lin Men sculpture transforms this timeless form into an intricate work of decorative art, enveloped in flowing foliage, auspicious birds, and traditional scrolling motifs.

Crafted in brass using the traditional Chinese lost-wax casting method, the piece reflects a highly detailed and labor-intensive process. Artisans first create a carefully sculpted wax model, which is then encased, melted away, and replaced with molten brass. After casting, the sculpture is individually refined, polished, and hand-colored. This demanding technique allows the delicate, lace-like patterns to follow every curve of the gourd with exceptional depth and precision.

Light moves through and across the elaborate relief, revealing new layers of shadow and detail from every angle. The smaller upper gourd rises above a generous rounded base, while the slender stem adds an elegant, organic finish. The result feels both stately and alive—an heirloom-style object shaped by traditional craftsmanship.

Craftsmanship & Design

• Traditional lost-wax casting: Created through multiple stages of wax modeling, mold-making, dewaxing, brass pouring, refining, and polishing.
• Exceptionally intricate decoration: Auspicious birds, leaves, flowers, and scrolling vines wrap around the curved body in finely rendered, openwork-inspired detail.
• Classic double-gourd form: A balanced silhouette rooted in the visual language of traditional Chinese decorative arts.
• Solid brass construction: Substantial in hand, with a warm golden tone and lasting sculptural presence.
• Hand-colored finish: Surface tones and fine details are completed by hand, giving each sculpture subtle variations of its own.
• Statement scale: Standing approximately 29 cm tall and weighing about 1.7 kg, it brings a poised focal point to refined interiors.

Materials & Dimensions

• Design name: Fu Lu Lin Men
• Material: Brass
• Casting method: Traditional lost-wax casting
• Surface treatment: Hand-colored, refined, and polished
• Approx. size: 29 cm H × 15 cm W (11.4 × 5.9 in)
• Approx. net weight: 1.7 kg (3.75 lb)

An Heirloom Accent for Meaningful Spaces

Display it in an entryway, living room, study, tea room, office, or curated cabinet as a sophisticated expression of Eastern craftsmanship. It also makes a distinctive gift for a housewarming, grand opening, festive occasion, or collector of traditional Chinese art.

Please note: Measurements are taken by hand and may vary slightly. Traditional lost-wax casting and hand-coloring can leave subtle variations in tone, texture, and artisanal marks. These are natural characteristics of the making process rather than defects.