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RHYME OF LATTERNS AND FLOWERS OF THE SEA
A Homage to the Gouqi Island
This installation artwork is located on the beach of Kuqi Island, Zhoushan Archipelago, facing the sunset over the sea. The design draws inspiration from the local long-standing fish lantern and flower lantern culture. The fish lanterns symbolize the fishermen’s loyalty and joy towards the sea god, while the flower lanterns symbolize the longing and hope towards loved ones.
Nominee for the “Hello Zhoushan” International Installation Design Competition
2023
The installation integrates fish, flowers and waves into a blended “sea of flowers”, through which visitors can stroll and see flower patterns up close, while the overall fish shape can only be observed from afar. On one hand, the work expresses the harmonious symbiosis between human and nature. On the other hand, it visually connects the emotional bonds between people, and between people and their hometown, symbolizing the timeless hometown nostalgia and charm.
