Money Toad Lightning-Struck Wood Taoist Altar Piece II
金蟾簸萁Three-Legged Money Toad
$420.00
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The low relief is shown from several angles, including its sloping sides and underside. The compact outline sets it apart from a flat inscribed plaque.
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意Meaning & symbolism
The three-legged toad Jinchan carries coins and is placed facing the door to welcome wealth.
Traditionally kept as a wish for prosperity.
Traditional symbolism and intention, shared as culture — not a promise of results.
材Details & craft
Listed by the maker as lightning-struck jujube wood, carved entirely by hand. Lightning-struck jujube is the most prized wood for Taoist ritual objects, because the strike is associated with thunder’s power to restore order.
| Material & craft | Lightning-struck jujube wood (雷击枣木), hand-carved |
|---|---|
| Catalogue name | 金蟾簸萁 |
| Type | Desk and Altar Objects |
| Collection | Altar & home · lightning-struck wood |
| Sold as | Sold individually |
| Note | Small variations in tone and finish from the photographs are possible. |
度Size, wearing & display
For a shelf or altar, consider the object from your usual viewing height. Leave enough space around the outline for the carving to be seen. Display supports and neighboring objects in a photograph are not a reliable guide to its scale.
See the photographs for scale. If you need exact measurements before ordering, write to us.
养Care
Keep wood away from soaking water, steam and long direct sun. Wipe with a soft dry cloth; if the surface looks dry, rub in a very small amount of natural oil.
赠A gift for
A new shop, a new home or a Lunar New Year visit. Anyone drawn to Taoist culture and its symbols.
The meaning of this piece · 寓意
Money Toad Lightning-Struck Wood Taoist Altar Piece II
When the year turns, households across China throw open their doors at midnight to welcome the Gods of Wealth arriving from the five roads. Their seals and emblems are kept close all year, a quiet invitation for fortune to stay.
金蟾簸萁— Three-Legged Money Toad
The three-legged toad Jinchan carries coins and is placed facing the door to welcome wealth.
Traditionally kept as a wish for prosperity.
Look first at the outline and relief of the toad and basket-motif carving. Its place in the Daojing collection reflects the use of ornament and inscription to carry a personal intention. Choose the particular design that speaks to the occasion, rather than assuming every motif has the same devotional use.
Listed by the maker as lightning-struck jujube wood, carved entirely by hand. Lightning-struck jujube is the most prized wood for Taoist ritual objects, because the strike is associated with thunder’s power to restore order.
In Taoist culture, motifs like these express a wish — here, prosperity. We share their traditional meaning as culture and intention, not as a guarantee of any outcome.
Questions · 问答
About this piece
What does this piece symbolise?
In Taoist tradition its motifs are associated with prosperity. The low relief is shown from several angles, including its sloping sides and underside. The compact outline sets it apart from a flat inscribed plaque.
What is lightning-struck wood?
Wood from a tree struck by lightning, traditionally prized in Taoist practice because thunder is associated with a force that restores order. It is often carved into plaques, seals and charms.
How should I care for it?
Keep it dry and out of long direct sun; wipe with a soft dry cloth and oil lightly if the wood looks dry.
Can I return it?
Yes. Returns are accepted within 30 days under our return policy, and shipping is free worldwide on orders of $80 or more.
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