Chinese man crafts equine figure from 2,600 metres of aluminium to celebrate Year of the Horse

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Alice YanFebruary 1, 2026 at 09:00 AM

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To celebrate the Year of the Horse, Yang Guang, an aluminium artist from Qingzhou, Shandong province in eastern China, crafted a golden horse figurine named "Mythical Horse Embracing Auspiciousness." The artwork, made from over 2,600 meters of aluminium thread, features a dynamic pose with vibrant saddle and bridle colors. Yang, who spent half a month creating the piece, stated it is the largest he has ever made. Aluminium art is a traditional folk craft in Qingzhou dating back to the North Song dynasty, utilizing materials like aluminium, iron, and copper. The artist used tools like pliers and scissors to create the intricate piece.

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