Rabbit · 兔

Rabbit · 兔

THE GENTLE MOON COMPANION · 月宫灵兔

Gentle, graceful, and compassionate, the Rabbit represents harmony, kindness, and quiet resilience.

THE RABBIT IN CHINESE CULTURE · 在中国文化中的兔

The Rabbit is admired for its gentle nature and elegant character. It has long been associated with peace, refinement, and thoughtful living. In Chinese mythology, the Jade Rabbit accompanies Chang'e on the Moon, making it one of the most beloved figures in traditional folklore.

WHY IS THE RABBIT CONNECTED TO THE MOON? · 兔为什么与月亮有关?

According to Chinese legend, the Jade Rabbit lives in the Moon Palace, where it prepares the elixir of immortality. The story has become an enduring symbol of hope, longevity, and reunion, especially during the Mid-Autumn Festival.

SYMBOLISM · 寓意

Kindness · 善良
Treating others with warmth and empathy.

Grace · 优雅
Finding strength through gentleness.

Peace · 和谐
Creating balance in relationships and everyday life.

Longevity · 长寿
A traditional wish for health and enduring happiness.

THE RABBIT IN ART & EVERYDAY CULTURE · 艺术与生活中的兔

The Rabbit appears in moon festival traditions, porcelain, paper cutting, paintings, and decorative arts. Its elegant image continues to inspire contemporary design while preserving one of China's most cherished legends.

OBJECTS THROUGH TIME

Yue Celadon Rabbit-shaped Water Dropper · 越窑青瓷兔形砚滴

Yue Celadon Rabbit-shaped Water Dropper · 越窑青瓷兔形砚滴

Three Kingdoms Period · Yue Celadon · Zhejiang Provincial Museum
Designed for the scholar's desk, this rabbit-shaped water dropper combines practical function with elegant symbolism. Closely associated with the Moon Rabbit in Chinese tradition, it reflects themes of wisdom, harmony, and auspicious beginnings.
Two Rabbits · 双兔玉雕

Two Rabbits · 双兔玉雕

Yuan–Ming Dynasty · Jade · The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Carved from a single piece of jade, these two rabbits embody harmony, companionship, and renewal. Their gentle forms reflect the Rabbit's enduring association with peace, longevity, and refined craftsmanship in Chinese art.
Jade Rabbit · 玉兔

Jade Rabbit · 玉兔

Qing Dynasty · Jade · Palace Museum Collection
Carved from jade, the Rabbit becomes a symbol of purity, longevity, and good fortune. Together with the legend of the Jade Rabbit on the Moon, it reflects one of the most enduring and beloved images in Chinese culture.