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spirit of dragons in Ch'ing dynasty (1644-1911) art was obviously stately and grand in
disposition. The head was wide and full, often having a bumpy surface. The space between
the horns was widened, placing them even further back on the head. The mane tends to be
thicker and shown in clusters flying about. The nose tends to be scepter-shaped or broad
like that of a lion. Whiskers have been relegated mostly to the nose, appearing as long
spikes. The lower leg, especially towards the claw, is narrower, making the dragon appear
even more refined and graceful with the flaring end mane of the tail. |
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