Da A Fu figurines, a celebrated form of Chinese folk art originating from the Ming dynasty, are recognized as national cultural heritage. Initially created by farmers for income, these clay dolls evolved into significant cultural exports by the Qing dynasty. A recent study published in Nature suggests that the figurines embody Buddhist imagery, serving as functional portraits that integrate religious motifs and social sentiment. AI
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