Title
Chinese wedding basket
Year/Period
1940s
Region
Singapore
Object Type
Dimension
Object size: H32 x W31 x D27.5 cm
Accession No.
2007-00088
Collection of
Credit Line
Gift of Ng Yee Ling
Gifts exchanged between the families of the bride and groom, are packed in this multi-tiered basket. The basket features a dragon and phoenix motif which symbolises success, prosperity and a happy marriage. The “double happiness” symbol, which is seen on the cover of the Chinese wedding basket, is a common decoration used during Chinese weddings. It represents the joy shared by a married couple and its use at weddings helps to ensure the happiness of the newlyweds.
