'Ne Zha 2' highlights the charm of ancient Chinese architecture

2025-02-25 15:35:00

　　A pottery chiwei is seen on display at the Minhang Museum in Shanghai on February 23, 2025.

　　This ceramic artifact, known as a chiwei, is a type of ornament for the ends of the ridge poles on the roofs of ancient Chinese palaces. In the shape of fishtail, it is said to be the prototype for the architectural ornaments found on the roofs of the magnificent Yuxu Palace in the Chinese animated blockbuster "Ne Zha 2." It is currently on display at the Minhang Museum in Shanghai, drawing crowds of visitors to appreciate its unique charm.